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Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING IMPOSSIBLE

NOTE:
- This is an inspection method for control modules using the Subaru Select Monitor communication line (K-line).
- For the control modules that read trouble code and current data using CAN communication circuit, perform diagnosis following DTCs for CAN communications.

DIAGNOSIS:
Subaru Select Monitor communication line (K-line) is open or shorted.

TROUBLE SYMPTOM:
Not communicable with Subaru Select Monitor.

WIRING DIAGRAM:

Wiring Diagram:






Step 1:




Step 2-9:






CAUTION: When replacing body integrated unit on the model with immobilizer system, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".