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How To Use SUBARU Select Monitor

  1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. < Ref. to , PREPARATION TOOL . >
    Fig 1: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Kit
    G03806926Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
  3. Insert the cartridge into Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to , PREPARATION TOOL , General Description. >
    Fig 2: Inserting Cartridge Into Subaru Select Monitor
    G03806927Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
    1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
      Fig 3: Identifying Data Link Connector Location In Lower Portion Of Instrument Panel
      G03806928Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Connect the diagnosis cable to data link connector.
      CAUTION: Do not connect the scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and OBD-II general scan tool.
  5. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
    Fig 4: Identifying Power Switch
    G03806929Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, call up the DTC and various data, and then record them.