Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Home >> Subaru >> 1996 >> Outback [Legacy] AWD F4-2.2L SOHC >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Powertrain Management >> Computers and Control Systems >> Testing and Inspection >> Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes >> Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes >> How to Display Powertrain and Emission System Data >> Using An OBD II General Scan Tool >> Inspection Mode
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

(Some people have issue connecting. LEMON is investigating. For now, use Firefox or change your DNS server)

Or, hide this message: temporarily or permanently

Inspection Mode

INSPECTION MODE
After performing diagnostics and clearing the memory, check for any remaining unresolved trouble data:





1. Connect test mode connector at the lower side of the Instrument Panel (on the driver's side), to the side of the center console box.





2. Open the cover and connect the OBD-II General Scan Tool to its Data Link Connector in the lower portion of the Instrument Panel (on the driver's side), to the lower cover.

CAUTION: Do not connect the scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor and OBD-II General Scan Tool.

3. Start the Engine.

NOTE:
- Ensure the selector lever is placed in the "P" position before starting. (A/T vehicles)
- Depress Clutch Pedal when starting the Engine. (M/T vehicles)

4. Using the selector lever or shift lever, turn the "P" position switch and the "N" position switch to "ON".
5. Depress the Brake Pedal to turn the Brake Switch "ON". (A/T vehicles)
6. Keep Engine speed in the 2,500 - 3,000 rpm range for 40 seconds.

NOTE: On models without tachometer, use the Subaru Select Monitor or tachometer (Secondary pickup type).

7. Place the selector lever or shift lever in the "D" position (A/T vehicles) or "1st" gear (M/T vehicles) and drive the vehicle at 5 to 10 km/h (3 to 6 MPH).

NOTE:
- On AWD vehicles, release the Parking Brake.
- The speed difference between front and rear wheels may light either the ABS or the ABS/TCS warning light, but this indicates no malfunctions. When Engine control diagnosis is finished, perform the ABS or the ABS/TCS memory clearance procedure of self-diagnosis system.

8. Using the OBD-II General Scan Tool, check for diagnostic trouble code(s) and record the result(s).
- For detailed operation procedures, refer to the OBD-II General Scan Tool Instruction Manual.
- For details concerning diagnostic trouble codes, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions.


pro multis · About Operation CHARM