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DTC P1603 Engine Stall History: Notes

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DTC detecting condition: 

Immediately at fault recognition

CAUTION:
NOTE: This DTC may be detected even if fault does not occur in the vehicle. If the customer does not ask for inspection, clear memory instead of inspection and return the vehicle to the user.

Wiring diagram: 

Engine Electrical System Ref. to WIRING SYSTEM>Engine Electrical System>WIRING DIAGRAM .

Fig 1: Engine Stall History Engine Electrical System Wiring Diagram - (1 Of 6)
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Fig 2: Engine Stall History Engine Electrical System Wiring Diagram - (2 Of 6)
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Fig 3: Engine Stall History Engine Electrical System Wiring Diagram - (3 Of 6)
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Fig 4: Engine Stall History Engine Electrical System Wiring Diagram - (4 Of 6)
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Fig 5: Engine Stall History Engine Electrical System Wiring Diagram - (5 Of 6)
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Fig 6: Engine Stall History Engine Electrical System Wiring Diagram - (6 Of 6)
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  1. CHECK DTC  .

    Is any other DTC displayed?

  2. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Fuel Level Input].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Fuel Level Input] 16.4% or more?

    • Yes: Go to  3.
    • No: Fuel may be run out. If the fault occurs after refueling, continue the diagnosis. Go to  3.
  3. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Control module voltage].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Control module voltage] 11 V or more?

  4. CHECK FOR MALFUNCTION OCCURRENCE  .

    Did you ask the customer about the driving condition and engine speed status when the fault occurred?

    • Yes:
      • The engine speed dropped slowly and then the engine stalled during idling or deceleration: Go to  5.
      • The engine speed dropped rapidly and then the engine stalled during idling or deceleration: Go to  68.
      • The engine stalled during standing start, acceleration, or constant speed driving: Go to  76.
    • No: Ask the customer about the driving condition and engine speed status when fault occurred.
  5. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [Short Term Fuel Trim (B1)] and [Long Term Fuel Trim (B1)].
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .
    2. Obtain the sum values of [Short Term Fuel Trim (B1)] and [Long Term Fuel Trim (B1)] in each freeze frame data.

    Is the sum value of [Short Term Fuel Trim (B1)] and [Long Term Fuel Trim (B1)] within ±15% in each freeze frame data?

    • Yes: Go to  49.
    • No:
      • More than 15% in each freeze frame data: Go to  6.
      • Less than -15% in any one of freeze frame data: Go to  34.
  6. CHECK AIR INTAKE SYSTEM  .

    Check the installing condition of the air intake system.

    Are there holes, loose bolts or disconnection of hose on air intake system?

  7. CHECK PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE  .

    Check the purge control solenoid valve. Ref. to EMISSION CONTROL (AUX. EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES) (H4DO)>Purge Control Solenoid Valve>INSPECTION .

    Is the purge control solenoid valve OK?

  8. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Stop Light Switch].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Stop Light Switch] OFF in all [FFD]?

    • Yes: Go to  11.
    • No: Go to  9.
  9. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. Read the value of [Short Term Fuel Trim-Bank1] both when the brake pedal is released and depressed using Subaru Select Monitor.
    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .

    Does the value of [Short Term Fuel Trim (B1)] with the brake pedal depressed increase by 10% or more compared to when the pedal is released?

  10. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. While reproducing the faulty condition of the vehicle, read the values of [Short Term Fuel Trim-Bank1] and [Long Term Fuel Trim (B1)] using the Subaru Select Monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .
    3. Obtain the sum values of [Short Term Fuel Trim (B1)] and [Long Term Fuel Trim (B1)].

    Is the sum value of [Short Term Fuel Trim (B1)] and [Long Term Fuel Trim (B1)] within ±15%?

  11. CHECK IGNITION SYSTEM  .

    Check the ignition system. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Diagnostics for Engine Starting Failure>IGNITION CONTROL SYSTEM .

    Is the ignition system normal?

  12. CHECK MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Mass Air Flow and Intake Air Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor normal?

  13. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 16 - (B3) No. 5:

    (B134) No. 17 - (B3) No. 4:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  14.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.
  14. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 16 - Engine ground:

    (B134) No. 17 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  15.
    • No: Repair the ground short circuit of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.
  15. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Calculated LOAD Value], then compare it with the reference value of [Calculated LOAD Value] listed in "Data Monitor" under "Subaru Select Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .
    NOTE:
    • The value of [Calculated LOAD Value] change depending on how the engine internal parts settle in. If the value is out of standard, judge it by comparing the vehicle with another one with the same specifications and similar conditions such as travel distance.
    • For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .

    Does the value of [Calculated LOAD Value] fall between 90 - 110% of the value described in the list?

  16. CHECK FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR DATA  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. Raise the engine speed up to 2, 500 RPM and maintain it for approx. three minutes.
    3. Release the accelerator pedal and idle the engine.
    4. Select [Injection Quantity Control] in [Active Test], and read the value of [A/F Sensor #1] at the increase rate of both 12% and -12%.
    NOTE:
    • Perform the operation immediately after the engine comes into idling condition, otherwise the front oxygen (A/F) sensor will be cooled.
    • For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Active Test". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Active Test .

    Does the value of [A/F Sensor #1] change to less than 0.88 at the increase rate of 12%, and to 1.12 or more at the rate of -12%?

    • Yes: Go to  20.
    • No: Go to  17.
  17. CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from front oxygen (A/F) sensor.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E24) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  18.
    • No: Repair the power supply line.
      NOTE: In this case, repair the following item:
      • Open circuit in harness between A/F, oxygen sensor relay and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector
      • Poor contact of A/F, oxygen sensor relay connector
      • Poor contact of coupling connector
      • Malfunction of A/F, oxygen sensor relay
  18. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 5 - (E24) No. 1:

    (B135) No. 33 - (E24) No. 4:

    (B135) No. 57 - (E24) No. 3:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω? 

    • Yes: Go to  19.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.
  19. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 5 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 33 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 57 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  20.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.
  20. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [Coolant Temp.] and [Ambient air temperature].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Coolant Temp.] 120°C (248°F) or more? Or is the value of [Coolant Temp.] lower than that of [Ambient air temperature] by 15°C (27°F) or more?

    • Yes: Go to  21.
    • No: Go to  24.
  21. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the engine coolant temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the engine coolant temperature sensor normal?

  22. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from the engine coolant temperature sensor.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 34 - (E8) No. 1:

    (B135) No. 43 - (E8) No. 2:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  23.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of the harness between the ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  23. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 43 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 34 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  24.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  24. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Evap Purge Flow].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Evap Purge Flow] 0% in all freeze frame data?

    • Yes: Go to  30.
    • No: Go to  25.
  25. CHECK PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE  .
    1. On the item [Active Test], select [CPC Solenoid Valve] and perform fuel pump ON/OFF drive.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Active Test". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Active Test .
    2. Check if the ventilation changes according to ON/OFF switching operation.

    Does the ventilation of purge control solenoid valve change correctly?

    • Yes: Go to  29.
    • No: Go to  26.
  26. CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from the purge control solenoid valve.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between purge control solenoid valve connector and engine ground.

      Connector & terminal 

      (E4) No. 1 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  27.
    • No: Repair the power supply circuit.
  27. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and purge control solenoid valve connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 51 - (E4) No. 2:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  28.
    • No: Repair the open circuit in harness between ECM connector and purge control solenoid valve connector.
  28. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the purge control solenoid valve connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E4) No. 2 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  29.
    • No: Repair the ground short circuit of harness between ECM connector and purge control solenoid valve 1 connector.
  29. CHECK FOR POOR CONTACT  .

    Check for poor contact of ECM connector.

    Is there poor contact of ECM connector?

  30. CHECK OF FUEL PUMP  .
    1. On the item [Active Test], select [Fuel Pump Control (ON/OFF Dr.)] and perform ON/OFF drive.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Active Test". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Active Test .
    2. Check if operating sound occurs in the fuel pump according to ON/OFF switching operation.

    Does the fuel pump emit operating sound?

    • Yes: Go to  32.
    • No: Go to  31.
  31. CHECK OF FUEL PUMP  .

    Check fuel pump.

    Is the fuel pump normal?

  32. CHECK FUEL TANK  .

    Check if any foreign matters such as iron powder exist in the fuel tank.

    Is there any foreign matter in the fuel tank?

    • Yes: Remove foreign matter from the fuel tank.
    • No: Go to  33.
  33. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE  .
    WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.

    Measure the fuel pressure. Ref. to MECHANICAL(H4DO)>Fuel Pressure>INSPECTION .

    CAUTION: Before attaching/detaching a fuel pressure gauge, release the fuel pressure.

    Is the measured value 334 - 400 kPa (3.4 - 4.1 kgf/cm2 , 48 - 58 psi)?

  34. CHECK IGNITION SYSTEM  .

    Check the ignition system. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Diagnostics for Engine Starting Failure>IGNITION CONTROL SYSTEM .

    Is the ignition system normal?

  35. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Calculated LOAD Value], then compare it with the reference value of [Calculated LOAD Value] listed in "Data Monitor" under "Subaru Select Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .

    NOTE:
    • The value of [Calculated LOAD Value] change depending on how the engine internal parts settle in. If the value is out of standard, judge it by comparing the vehicle with another one with the same specifications and similar conditions such as travel distance.
    • For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Calculated LOAD Value] 110% or more of the value described in the list?

    • Yes: Go to  36.
    • No: Go to  40.
  36. CHECK MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Mass Air Flow and Intake Air Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor normal?

  37. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 16 - (B3) No. 5:

    (B134) No. 17 - (B3) No. 4:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  38.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.
  38. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 16 - Engine ground:

    (B134) No. 17 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  39.
    • No: Repair the ground short circuit of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.
  39. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Calculated LOAD Value], then compare it with the reference value of [Calculated LOAD Value] listed under [Data monitor] in Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .
    NOTE:
    • The value of [Calculated LOAD Value] change depending on how the engine internal parts settle in. If the value is out of standard, judge it by comparing the vehicle with another one with the same specifications and similar conditions such as travel distance.
    • For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .

    Does the value of [Calculated LOAD Value] fall between 90 - 110% of the value described in the list?

  40. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. Raise the engine speed up to 2, 500 RPM and maintain it for approx. three minutes.
    3. Release the accelerator pedal and idle the engine.
    4. Select [Injection Quantity Control] in [Active Test], and read the value of [A/F Sensor #1] at the increase rate of both 12% and -12%.
    NOTE:
    • Perform the operation immediately after the engine comes into idling condition, otherwise the front oxygen (A/F) sensor will be cooled.
    • For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Active Test". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Active Test .

    Does the value of [A/F Sensor #1] change to less than 0.88 at the increase rate of 12%, and to 1.12 or more at the rate of -12%?

    • Yes: Go to  45.
    • No: Go to  41.
  41. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [A/F Sensor #1 Resistance].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [A/F Sensor #1 Resistance] 500 Ω or more?

  42. CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from front oxygen (A/F) sensor.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E24) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  43.
    • No: Repair the power supply line.
      NOTE: In this case, repair the following item:
      • Open circuit in harness between A/F, oxygen sensor relay and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector
      • Poor contact of A/F, oxygen sensor relay connector
      • Poor contact of coupling connector
      • Malfunction of A/F, oxygen sensor relay
  43. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 5 - (E24) No. 1:

    (B135) No. 33 - (E24) No. 4:

    (B135) No. 57 - (E24) No. 3:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  44.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.
  44. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 5 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 33 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 57 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  45.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.
  45. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [Coolant Temp.] and [Ambient air temperature].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Coolant Temp.] 120°C (248°F) or more? Or is the value of [Coolant Temp.] lower than that of [Ambient air temperature] by 15°C (27°F) or more?

  46. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the engine coolant temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the engine coolant temperature sensor normal?

  47. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from the engine coolant temperature sensor.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 34 - (E8) No. 1:

    (B135) No. 43 - (E8) No. 2:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  48.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of the harness between the ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  48. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 43 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 34 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Even if DTC is detected, it has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis.
      NOTE: In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  49. CHECK IGNITION SYSTEM  .

    Check the ignition system. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Diagnostics for Engine Starting Failure>IGNITION CONTROL SYSTEM .

    Is the ignition system normal?

  50. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values of [FFD] in [Idle Mass Air Flow Feedback correct], [ISC Learning Value] and [Idle dirty throttle correct].
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .
    2. Obtain the sum values of [Idle Mass Air Flow Feedback correct], [ISC Learning Value] and [Idle dirty throttle correct].
    3. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    4. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values of data monitor in [Idle Mass Air Flow Feedback correct], [ISC Learning Value] and [Idle dirty throttle correct] during normal idling.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .
    5. Obtain the sum values of [Idle Mass Air Flow Feedback correct], [ISC Learning Value] and [Idle dirty throttle correct].

    Is the sum value of freeze frame data less than 80% of the sum value of current data?

    • Yes: Go to  51.
    • No: Go to  53.
  51. CHECK AIR INTAKE SYSTEM  .

    Check the installing condition of the air intake system.

    Are there holes, loose bolts or disconnection of hose on air intake system?

  52. CHECK AIR INTAKE SYSTEM  .

    Check the air intake system related parts.

    Are all of the air intake system related parts normal?

    • Yes: Go to  62.
    • No: Replace the parts if defective.
  53. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [VVT Adv. Ang. Amount R], [VVT Advance Target Angle Amount R], [VVT Adv. Ang. Amount L] and [VVT Advance Target Angle Amount L].
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .
    2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, compare the values between [VVT Adv. Ang. Amount R] and [VVT Advance Target Angle Amount R], and between [VVT Adv. Ang. Amount L] and [VVT Advance Target Angle Amount L].

    Does all of the advance angle amount and retard angle amount synchronize with their target values?

    • Yes: Go to  62.
    • No: Diagnose the part that does not synchronize.
      • Intake RH: Go to  54.
      • Intake LH: Go to  58.
  54. CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO THE INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID RH  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from the intake oil control solenoid RH.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between intake oil control solenoid RH connector and engine ground.

      Connector & terminal 

      (E38) No. 1 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  55.
    • No: Repair the power supply circuit.
  55. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID RH CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and intake oil control solenoid RH.

      Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 20 - (E38) No. 2:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  56.
    • No: Repair the open circuit in harness between ECM connector and intake oil control solenoid RH connector.
  56. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID RH CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between intake oil control solenoid RH connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E38) No. 2 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  57.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and intake oil control solenoid RH connector.
  57. CHECK INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID RH  .

    Check the intake oil control solenoid RH. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Oil Control Solenoid>INSPECTION .

    Is the intake oil control solenoid RH normal?

  58. CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO THE INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID LH  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from the intake oil control solenoid LH.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between intake oil control solenoid LH connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E37) No. 1 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  59.
    • No: Repair the power supply circuit.
  59. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID LH CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and intake oil control solenoid LH.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 6 - (E37) No. 2:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  60.
    • No: Repair the open circuit in harness between ECM connector and intake oil control solenoid LH connector.
  60. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID LH CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between intake oil control solenoid LH connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E37) No. 2 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  61.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and intake oil control solenoid LH connector.
  61. CHECK INTAKE OIL CONTROL SOLENOID LH  .

    Check the intake oil control solenoid LH. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Oil Control Solenoid>INSPECTION .

    Is the intake oil control solenoid LH normal?

  62. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the engine coolant temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the engine coolant temperature sensor normal?

  63. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from the engine coolant temperature sensor.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 34 - (E8) No. 1:

    (B135) No. 43 - (E8) No. 2:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  64.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of the harness between the ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  64. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B135) No. 43 - Engine ground:

    (B135) No. 34 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  65.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  65. CHECK MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Mass Air Flow and Intake Air Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor normal?

  66. CHECK MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE SENSOR  .

    Check the manifold absolute pressure sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the manifold absolute pressure sensor normal?

  67. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT OF FUEL INJECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from fuel injector.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between fuel injector connector and the engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E5) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    (E16) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    (E6) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    (E17) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  68.
    • No: Repair the power supply circuit.
  68. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from fuel injector.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and fuel injector connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    #1 (B135) No. 23 - (E5) No. 1:

    #2 (B135) No. 8 - (E16) No. 1:

    #3 (B135) No. 9 - (E6) No. 1:

    #4 (B135) No. 22 - (E17) No. 1:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  69.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of the harness between the ECM connector and fuel injector connector.
  69. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    #1 (B135) No. 23 - Engine ground:

    #2 (B135) No. 8 - Engine ground:

    #3 (B135) No. 9 - Engine ground:

    #4 (B135) No. 22 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  70.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and fuel injector connector.
  70. CHECK IGNITION SYSTEM  .

    Check the ignition system. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Diagnostics for Engine Starting Failure>IGNITION CONTROL SYSTEM .

    Is the ignition system normal?

  71. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [A/C Compressor Signal].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Does the value of [A/C Compressor Signal] indicate ON output?

    • Yes: Go to  72.
    • No: Go to  73.
  72. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Idle A/C load correct].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to Freeze Frame Data. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Has the value of [Idle A/C load correct] increased?

  73. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Electric Load Feedback Val].
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .
    2. Compare the value of [Electric Load Feedback Val] with that of [Idle Mass Air Flow], listed under the data monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .

    Is the value of [Electric Load Feedback Val] 20% or more to the value of [Idle Mass Air Flow]?

  74. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [Vehicle Speed Sensor], [Engine Speed] and [AT turbine speed].
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is there any freeze frame data indicating that the value of [Vehicle Speed Sensor] is less than 6 km/h (18.6 MPH), and that the difference in values between [Engine Speed] and [AT turbine speed] is less than 100 RPM?

  75. CHECK DTC  .

    Is DTC of CVT displayed? Ref. to TRANSMISSION (DIAGNOSTICS)>Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)>OPERATION .

    • Yes: Check the appropriate DTC using the "List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) .
    • No: Even if DTC is detected, it has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis.
      NOTE: In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.
  76. CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the values in [Calculated LOAD Value] and [Relative Throttle Position].

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Freeze Frame Data". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>FREEZE FRAME DATA .

    Is the value of [Calculated LOAD Value] decreasing while that of [Relative Throttle Position] is increasing?

    • Yes: Go to  77.
    • No: Go to  82.
  77. CHECK MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .

    Check the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Mass Air Flow and Intake Air Temperature Sensor>INSPECTION .

    Is the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor normal?

  78. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connectors from the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 16 - (B3) No. 5:

    (B134) No. 17 - (B3) No. 4:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  79.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.
  79. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 16 - Engine ground:

    (B134) No. 17 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  80.
    • No: Repair the ground short circuit of harness between ECM connector and the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor connector.
  80. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Calculated LOAD Value], then compare it with the reference value of [Calculated LOAD Value] listed under [Data monitor] in Subaru Select Monitor.
    NOTE:
    • The value of [Calculated LOAD Value] change depending on how the engine internal parts settle in. If the value is out of standard, judge it by comparing the vehicle with another one with the same specifications and similar conditions such as travel distance.
    • For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Data Monitor". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR .

    Does the value of [Calculated LOAD Value] fall between 90 - 110% of the value described in the list?

  81. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT OF FUEL INJECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from fuel injector.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    4. Measure the voltage between fuel injector connector and the engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E5) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    (E16) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    (E6) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    (E17) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 10 V or more?

    • Yes: Go to  82.
    • No: Repair the power supply circuit.
  82. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from fuel injector.
    3. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and fuel injector connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    #1 (B135) No. 23 - (E5) No. 1:

    #2 (B135) No. 8 - (E16) No. 1:

    #3 (B135) No. 9 - (E6) No. 1:

    #4 (B135) No. 22 - (E17) No. 1:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    • Yes: Go to  83.
    • No: Repair the open circuit of the harness between the ECM connector and fuel injector connector.
  83. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTOR  .

    Measure the resistance between the ECM connector and engine ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    #1 (B135) No. 23 - Engine ground:

    #2 (B135) No. 8 - Engine ground:

    #3 (B135) No. 9 - Engine ground:

    #4 (B135) No. 22 - Engine ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    • Yes: Go to  84.
    • No: Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and fuel injector connector.
  84. CHECK IGNITION SYSTEM  .

    Check the ignition system. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Diagnostics for Engine Starting Failure>IGNITION CONTROL SYSTEM .

    Is the ignition system normal?

  85. CHECK OF FUEL PUMP  .
    1. On the item [Active Test], select [Fuel Pump Control (ON/OFF Dr.)] and perform ON/OFF drive.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to the "Active Test". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Active Test .
    2. Check if operating sound occurs in the fuel pump according to ON/OFF switching operation.

    Does the fuel pump emit operating sound?

    • Yes: Go to  87.
    • No: Go to  86.
  86. CHECK OF FUEL PUMP  .

    Check fuel pump. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Fuel Pump>INSPECTION .

    Is the fuel pump normal?

  87. CHECK FUEL TANK  .

    Check if any foreign matters such as iron powder exist in the fuel tank.

    Is there any foreign matter in the fuel tank?

    • Yes: Remove foreign matter from the fuel tank.
    • No: Go to  88.
  88. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE  .
    WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.

    Measure the fuel pressure. Ref. to MECHANICAL(H4DO)>Fuel Pressure>INSPECTION .

    CAUTION: Before attaching/detaching a fuel pressure gauge, release the fuel pressure.

    Is the measured value 334 - 400 kPa (3.4 - 4.1 kgf/cm2 , 48 - 58 psi)?

  89. CHECK ENGINE RUNNING CONDITION  .

    Check the engine running condition using the cylinder monitor for the respective cylinders in the Subaru Select Monitor.

    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Application help".

    Is there a large difference in the speed between each cylinder?