2022 Subaru Ascent BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection Mode Ab

DTC Description & trouble part Condition Number of driving cycles on the detecting condition
P0039 TURBOCHARGER/SUPERCHARGER BYPASS VALVE "A" CONTROL CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE - 2
P0234 TURBOCHARGER/SUPERCHARGER "A" OVERBOOST CONDITION - 2
P0299 TURBOCHARGER/SUPERCHARGER "A" UNDERBOOST CONDITION - 2
P226B TURBOCHARGER/SUPERCHARGER BOOST PRESSURE TOO HIGH - MECHANICAL - 1
WARNING: When performing inspection mode AB on a public road, pay sufficient attention to the traffic condition and give the highest priority to safe driving.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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