Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
System Initialization
Perform this procedure when top dead position or bottom dead position becomes misaligned or when instructed in the diagnostic procedure.
With this procedure, the following data can be initialized.
- Top dead position
- Bottom dead position
- Sliding resistance value
- DTC/FFD
- Data monitor history items
Record the DTCs and FFD because they will be erased when the initialization is performed.
- On [Start] screen, select [Diagnosis].
- On [Vehicle selection] screen, input the target vehicle information and select [OK].
- On [Main Menu] screen, select [Each System].
- On [Select System] screen, select [Power Window (Driver)] or [Power Window (Passenger)], and then select [Enter].
- On [Select Function] screen, select [Work Support].
- On [Work Support] screen, select [Initialization Mode].
- On [Initialization Mode] screen, select [System Initialization].
- Perform operation following directions in the Subaru Select Monitor.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.