Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When malfunction of airbag system occurs, the DTC stored in airbag control module will be read out.

Prepare the Subaru Select Monitor kit. <Ref. to SPECIAL TOOL , PREPARATION TOOL, General Description. >
Connect the diagnosis cable to the Subaru Select Monitor.
Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to the data link connector.
1. Data link connector is located in the lower portion of instrument panel (on the driver's side).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector Location
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to the data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect scan tools other than the Subaru Select Monitor.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and run the Subaru Select Monitor.
On the «Main Menu», select {Each System Check}.
On the «System Selection Menu», select {Airbag System}.
After {Airbag System} is displayed, select [OK].
Select the {Diagnostic Trouble Code} in «Airbag System ».

NOTE:

For details concerning the operation procedure, refer to the help on PC application for Subaru Select Monitor .
For details concerning DTCs, refer to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) . <Ref. to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . >