Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Outback and 2006 Subaru Legacy. 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. >

Fig 1: Identifying Subaru Select Monitor Kit
Connect the diagnosis cable to Subaru Select Monitor.
Insert the cartridge to Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to SPECIAL TOOL , PREPARATION TOOL, General Description. >

Fig 2: Inserting Cartridge Into 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 3: Identifying Data Link Connector
2. Connect the diagnosis cable to the data link connector.
CAUTION: Do not connect the scan tools except for Subaru Select Monitor.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and turn the Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.

Fig 4: Identifying Power Switch
On the «Main Menu» display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
On the «System Selection Menu» display screen, select the {Airbag System} and press the [YES] key.
{Press the [YES] key after the {**MY AIRBAG SYSTEM} is displayed.
On the «Airbag System» screen, select the {DTC Display}, and then press the [YES] key.
NOTE:
- For details concerning operation procedures, refer to the "Subaru Select Monitor Operation Manual".
- For details concerning DTCs, refer to List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). < Ref. to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . >