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System Operation Check Mode: Operation: Notes

  1. Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. < Refer to PREPARATION TOOL , General Description.>
    Fig 1: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Kit
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  2. Prepare PC with Subaru Select Monitor installed.
  3. Connect the USB cable to SDI (Subaru Diagnosis Interface) and USB port on the personal computer (dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor).
    NOTE: The dedicated port for the Subaru Select Monitor means the USB port which was used to install the Subaru Select Monitor.
  4. Connect the diagnosis cable to SDI.
  5. Connect SDI to data link connector located in the lower portion of the instrument panel (on the driver's side).
    Fig 2: Locating Data Link Connector
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    CAUTION: Do not connect any scan tools except Subaru Select Monitor or general scan tool.
  6. Start the PC.
  7. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and run the "PC application for Subaru Select Monitor".
  8. On << Main Menu >> display, select {Each System Check}.
  9. On << System Selection Menu >> display, select {Engine Control System}.
  10. Click the [OK] button after the information of engine type has been displayed.
  11. On << Engine Diagnosis >> display, select {System Operation Check Mode}.
  12. The following items are displayed on the display.
DISPLAY CHART

Display
Actuator ON/OFF Operation
Immobilizer System
Fuel Pump Control
Fixed Idle Ignition
Timing Idle Speed Control
Injector Control