Model Without Push Button Start

DTC DETECTING CONDITION:

Immediately at fault recognition
GENERAL DESCRIPTION <Ref. to DTC P0617 STARTER RELAY "A" CIRCUIT HIGH , Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>

TROUBLE SYMPTOM:

Failure of engine to start

CAUTION:

After servicing or replacing faulty parts, perform Clear Memory Mode <Ref. to OPERATION , Clear Memory Mode.>, and Inspection Mode <Ref. to PROCEDURE , Inspection Mode.>.
Use the check board when measuring the ECM terminal voltage and resistance.

WIRING DIAGRAM:

Engine Electrical System <Ref. to WIRING DIAGRAM , Engine Electrical System.>

Fig 1: Starter Relay A Circuit (Low) Wiring Diagram (Model Without Push Button Start)

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Step	Check	Yes	No
1 CHECK FOR ANY OTHER DTC ON DISPLAY.	Is any other DTC displayed?	Check the appropriate DTC using the "List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". <Ref. to List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) .>	Go to step 2 .
2 CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND STARTER RELAY 1 CONNECTOR. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect the connector from ECM. Turn the ignition switch to ON. Measure the voltage between ECM connector and chassis ground. Connector & terminal (B134) No. 8 (+) - Chassis ground (-): NOTE: For CVT model, place the select lever in "P" range or "N" range.	Is the voltage 10 V or more?	Repair the short circuit to power in harness between ECM connector and starter relay 1 connector.	Repair the poor contact of ECM connector.