Idle Speed: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Before checking the idle speed, check the following item:
- Check the air cleaner element is free from clogging, ignition timing is correct, spark plugs are in good condition, and hoses are connected properly.
- Check the malfunction indicator light does not illuminate.
- Warm up the engine.
- Read the engine idle speed using Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>DATA MONITOR
.NOTE:
- Idle speed cannot be adjusted manually, because the idle speed is automatically adjusted.
- If idle speed is out of standard, refer to the General Diagnosis Table under "Engine Control System". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>Basic Diagnostic Procedure .
- Check the idle speed when no-loaded. (Headlight, blower fan, rear defroster, radiator fan, A/C and etc. are OFF)
Idle speed (No load, and for CVT model, select lever in "P" or "N" range, for MT model, gear shift lever in neutral position.):
Standard
675±100 r/min (CVT model)
650±100 r/min (MT model)
- Check the idle speed when loaded. (Turn the A/C switch to ON and operate the compressor for at least one minute before measurement.)
Idle speed (A/C on, and for CVT model, select lever in "P" or "N" range, for MT model, gear shift lever in neutral position.):
Standard
800 - 900±100 r/min