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.
DTC P06E9: Engine Starter Performance: Notes
DTC detecting condition:
Immediately at fault recognition
Trouble symptom:
Auto Start Stop does not operate.
- CHECK DATA MONITOR
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Read the data of [Start Count] using Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to AUTO START STOP (DIAGNOSTICS)>DATA MONITOR .
Is the value of [Start Count] 280000 Time or more?
Yes:
- ENGINE TYPE FB
Replace the starter and fuel pump relay at the same time. Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DO)>STARTER . Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>FUEL PUMP RELAY .
- ENGINE TYPE FA
Replace the starter, ICR relay and fuel pump relay at the same time. Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DOTC)>STARTER . Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DOTC)>INRUSH CURRENT REDUCTION RELAY . Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DOTC)>FUEL PUMP RELAY .
No: Replace the TCM. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) . Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) .
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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.