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DTC detecting condition:

ID code box malfunction
When inaccessible to ROM in ID code box.

Trouble symptom:

Engine cannot be started.

CAUTION:

For replacement procedure of ID code box, refer to the "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER" provided as a separate volume.
Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description". Ref. to KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION

CHECK DTC .
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, perform the clear memory of [Engine]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAGNOSTICS)>CLEAR MEMORY
3. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
4. Perform ECM registration. Refer to the "REGISTRATION MANUAL FOR IMMOBILIZER" provided as a separate volume.
5. Read the DTC of [Engine] using the Subaru Select Monitor again. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DOTC)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
Is DTC B1577 displayed? (Current code)

Yes : Replace the ID code box. Ref. to SECURITY AND LOCKS>ID CODE BOX

No : Even if DTC is displayed, the circuit has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis again.

NOTE:
In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.