2020 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Gateway Control Module: Installation

CAUTION: When the control module related to immobilizer has been replaced, be sure to perform the registration of immobilizer system.
  • For model without keyless access with push button start, refer to the Type G in "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER". (Except for model for CO, C5)
  • For model with keyless access with push button start, refer to the Type H in "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER".
  • For model without keyless access with push button start, refer to the Type I in "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER". (CO, C5)
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Refer to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .
  1. Install the central gateway Control Module.
  2. Install the speaker assembly center. Refer to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>Front Speaker>INSTALLATION .
  3. Install the center information display assembly and the ornament panel mid passenger. Refer to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>Cockpit Display>INSTALLATION .
  4. Install the cover assembly front. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Console Box>INSTALLATION .
  5. Install the grip and boot. Refer to CONTROL SYSTEMS>Select Lever>INSTALLATION .
  6. Install the cover center UPR or the driver monitoring unit assembly. Refer to INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO>Driver Monitoring Unit>INSTALLATION .
  7. Install the visor assembly. Refer to INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO>Combination Meter>INSTALLATION .
  8. Install the cover LWR driver. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Instrument Panel Lower Cover>INSTALLATION .
  9. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Refer to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
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  • • 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.
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