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Communication For Initializing Impossible

NOTE: Confirm that the LAN system is working properly before the diagnosis.
Subaru Select Monitor communication line is open or shorted.

DETECTING CONDITION: 

TROUBLE SYMPTOM: 

Not communicable with Subaru Select Monitor.

WIRING DIAGRAM: 

Fig 1: CAN Communication System Wiring Diagram
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  1. CHECK OTHER COMMUNICATION  .

    Communicate with the system other than the keyless access system using the Subaru Select Monitor.

    Is the communication to other control module possible?

    Yes: Go to   2  .

    No: Perform the "Communication for Initializing Impossible" of LAN system. Ref. to LAN SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) > Subaru Select Monitor >  COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING IMPOSSIBLE  .

  2. CHECK DTC  .

    Read the DTC of the LAN system using the Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to LAN SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) > Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) >  OPERATION  .

    Is DTC detected?

    Yes: Perform the diagnosis according to DTC.

    No: Go to   3  .

  3. CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS CM  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the keyless access CM connector.
    3. Connect the disconnected connectors.
    4. Perform communication with the keyless access system using the Subaru Select Monitor.

    Is communication possible?

    Yes: It is possible that temporary poor communication occurs.

    No: Replace the keyless access CM. Ref. to SECURITY AND LOCKS > Keyless Access CM >  REMOVAL  .

CAUTION: For replacement procedure of keyless access CM, refer to the "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER" provided as a separate volume.