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Diagnostic Procedure for Subaru Select Monitor Communication: Inspection: Notes
Diagnosis:
Subaru Select Monitor communication line is open or shorted.
Trouble symptom:
Not communicable with Subaru Select Monitor.
Wiring diagram:
CAN communication system Ref. to WIRING SYSTEM (CROSSTREK MODEL (HEV))>CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM>WIRING DIAGRAM .
- CHECK SUBARU SELECT MONITOR
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- Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to another vehicle.
- Check communication condition between Subaru Select Monitor and vehicle.
Is communication performed normally?
Yes: Go to 2.
No: Subaru Select Monitor unit or diagnosis cable is faulty. Or check the fuse on the vehicle side.
- CHECK DATA LINK CONNECTOR
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Use a tester to check for continuity in the ground circuit.
Connector & terminal
(i288) No. 4 - Chassis ground:
(i288) No. 5 - (B134) No. 50:
Is there continuity?
Yes: Go to 3.
No: Repair or replace the open circuit.
- CHECK DATA LINK CONNECTOR
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Using a tester, check the power supply of data link connector.
Connector & terminal
(i288) No. 8 (+) - Chassis ground (-):
(i288) No. 16 (+) - Chassis ground (-):
Is the voltage 10 V or more?
Yes: Go to 4.
No: Check the power supply circuits to the data link connector.
- CHECK CENTRAL GATEWAY CONTROL MODULE
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Perform the communication for initializing with the central gateway control module by connecting the Subaru Select Monitor.
Is the communication possible with the central gateway control module?
Yes: Go to 5.
No: Perform the diagnosis for the central gateway control module. Ref. to CENTRAL GATEWAY (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR SUBARU SELECT MONITOR COMMUNICATION .
- CHECK COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING ERROR
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Perform the communication for initializing with each module by connecting the Subaru Select Monitor. (For systems whose module can communicate with diagnostic devices)
NOTE:By performing [CAN bus connected ECU], confirmation of minimal connection modules is possible. Ref. to LAN SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) (HEV)>CAN BUS CHECK .
Is the communication possible with all modules?
Yes: The circuit has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis again.
NOTE:In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.
No: Perform the inspection using the check sheet of communication for initializing. Ref. to LAN SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) (HEV)>DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR SUBARU SELECT MONITOR COMMUNICATION>INSPECTION>CHECK USING THE CHECK SHEET OF COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING .
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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.