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.
Check Brake Override System
Perform this test in a location where the driving can be checked safely, while paying sufficient attention to the vicinity. While driving, the traffic laws and regulations such as speed limit must always be observed.
- CHECK DTC
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Read the DTC of all systems using the Subaru Select Monitor or a general scan tool. Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .
Are any DTCs displayed? (Current malfunction)
Yes: Check the appropriate DTC using the "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". Ref. to LAN SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) (EXCEPT FOR HEV)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .
No: Go to 2.
- READ DATA MONITOR
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Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Stop Light Switch].
NOTE:For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .
Does the value of [Stop Light Switch] change according to brake pedal operation?
Yes: Go to 3.
No: Check the stop light switch and relevant harness, and repair the defective part or replace when necessary. Ref. to LIGHTING SYSTEM>STOP LIGHT SYSTEM .
- CHECK BRAKE PEDAL
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Check the brake pedal. Ref. to BRAKE>BRAKE PEDAL>INSPECTION .
Is the check result OK?
Yes: Go to 4.
No: Adjust or replace the brake pedal. Ref. to BRAKE>BRAKE PEDAL .
- READ DATA MONITOR
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Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [Accelerator Pedal Pos.#1] and [Accelerator Pedal Pos.#2].
NOTE:For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .
Do the values of [Accelerator Pedal Pos.#1] and [Accelerator Pedal Pos.#2] change according to accelerator pedal operation?
Yes: Go to 5.
No: Replace the accelerator pedal assembly. Ref. to SPEED CONTROL SYSTEMS (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>ACCELERATOR PEDAL .
- READ DATA MONITOR
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Using Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Vehicle Speed] when driving at a constant vehicle speed of 16.1 km/h (10 MPH) or 64.4 km/h (40 MPH).
WARNING:During the driving test, the traffic laws and regulations such as speed limit must always be observed.
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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.