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.
Basic Diagnostic Procedure: Procedure
Remove foreign matter (dust, water, oil etc.) from the VDCCM and H/U connector during removal and installation.
- CHECK PRE-INSPECTION
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- Ask the customer when and how the trouble occurred using the interview check list. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>CHECK LIST FOR INTERVIEW .
- Before performing diagnostics, check the component which might affect VDC or parking brake system problems. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>INSPECTION .
Is the check result OK?
Yes: Go to 2.
No: Repair or replace each component.
- CHECK INDICATION OF DTC
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Read the DTC of [Brake Control] using the Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .
NOTE:If the communication function of the Subaru Select Monitor cannot be executed properly, check the communication circuit. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR SUBARU SELECT MONITOR COMMUNICATION>INSPECTION>COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING IMPOSSIBLE .
Are any DTCs displayed?
Yes: Record the DTC, time stamp and freeze frame data. Go to 4.
No: Go to 3.
- PERFORM GENERAL DIAGNOSTICS
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- Perform the inspection by referring to "General Diagnostic Table". Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DIAGNOSTIC TABLE>INSPECTION .
- Using the Subaru Select Monitor, perform the clear memory of [Brake Control]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>CLEAR MEMORY .
- Execute the inspection mode. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>INSPECTION MODE .
- Read the DTC of [Brake Control] using the Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .
- Check that the DTC is not displayed.
Do the VDC warning light and VDC indicator light, VDC OFF indicator light and ABS warning light go off after starting the engine?
Yes: Finish the diagnosis.
No: Check the combination meter circuit. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION PATTERN>ABS WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT GO OFF . Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION PATTERN>VDC WARNING LIGHT AND VDC INDICATOR LIGHT DO NOT GO OFF . Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION PATTERN>VDC OFF INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT GO OFF .
- PERFORM DIAGNOSIS .
- Refer to "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)".NOTE:
For the DTC list, refer to "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)>LIST .
- Correct the cause of trouble.
- Using the Subaru Select Monitor, perform the clear memory of [Brake Control]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>CLEAR MEMORY .
- Execute the inspection mode. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>INSPECTION MODE .
- Check that the DTC is not displayed.
Is DTC displayed?
Yes: Repeat step 4 until DTC is not shown.
No: Finish the diagnosis.
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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.