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Air Bleeding Procedures

CAUTION: Do not turn the power of the Subaru Select Monitor OFF during work, and do not disconnect the data link connector.
  1. Select {AT related learning & inspecting mode} in the << Transmission Diagnosis >> screen of the Subaru Select Monitor.
  2. Select {AT air bleed mode} in the << AT related learning/inspection mode >> screen of the Subaru Select Monitor.
  3. Follow the messages displayed on the Subaru Select Monitor screen when working.
    NOTE: When "AT air bleeding in progress", the "SPORT" light in the combination meter will flash at 2 Hz, and air bleed will start. When the indicator light flashing at 2 Hz turns off, the following message will appear on the screen.
  4. Air bleed is complete when a message "AT air bleeding normally ended." is displayed.
    NOTE:
    • If a communication error occurs during air bleed, start the "AT air bleeding" over from the beginning.
    • If the message "Execute AT learning again after fixing troubles of the vehicle" appears during air bleed, select [OK] and display the DTC list. After repairing the locations indicated by the DTC, start the "AT air bleeding" over from the beginning.
    • If the message "AT air bleeding ended abnormally" is displayed, start the "AT air bleeding" over from the beginning.
    • If a communication error occurs during air bleed, the select lever may not move. If the select lever does not move, turn the ignition switch to OFF once, and operate the select lever.
      MESSAGE CHART

      Message Main reasons for abnormal termination
      "AT air bleeding ended abnormally."
      • A failure was detected during AT air bleed
      • The accelerator was stepped on during AT air bleed.
      • An unspecified operation was performed during AT air bleed
      • Brake pedal not stepped on firmly enough.
      • Parking brake not applied strongly enough.
      • Abnormal idle speed increase, etc.
    • For operation procedures, refer to the proper procedure. .