2017 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection Mode X

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DTC Description & trouble part Condition Number of driving cycles on the detecting condition
P2004 TGV CONTROL STUCK OPEN BANK 1 - 1
P2005 TGV CONTROL STUCK OPEN BANK 2 - 1
P2006 TGV CONTROL STUCK CLOSED BANK 1 - 1
P2007 TGV CONTROL STUCK CLOSED BANK 2 - 1
NOTE:

Perform the inspection mode after warming up the engine except that the engine coolant temperature at engine start is specified. 

  1. Check that the battery voltage is 12 V or more and fuel remains approx. half [20 - 40 L (5.3 - 10.6 US gal, 4.4 - 8.8 Imp gal)].
  2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, perform the clear memory of [Engine]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAGNOSTICS)>CLEAR MEMORY
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Shift the select lever to "P" range (CVT model), or the gear shift lever to the neutral position (MT model), and race the engine for 10 seconds or more.
    NOTE:

    Keep Engine speed at 3500 rpm or more. 

  5. Read the pending code using the Subaru Select Monitor or general scan tool. Ref. to COMMON (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.