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How To Use SUBARU Select Monitor

  1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. < Ref. to , PREPARATION TOOL , General Description. >
    Fig 1: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Kit
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  2. Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
  3. Insert the cartridge to Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to , PREPARATION TOOL , General Description. >
    Fig 2: Inserting Cartridge To Subaru Select Monitor
    G03829941Courtesy 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 the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
      Fig 3: Identifying Data Link Connector Location
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    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 turn Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
    Fig 4: Identifying Power Switch
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  6. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, call up DTC and data, then record them.