AWD ON/OFF Switching Mode: Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION:

Do not turn the power of the Subaru Select Monitor OFF during work, and do not disconnect the data link connector.
On completing the work in FWD, switch back in AWD.

Shift the select lever to "P" range.
Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON. (For model with push button start, press the push button ignition switch twice without depressing brake pedal.)
Turn off all switches causing an electrical load, such as headlights, A/C, seat heater and rear defogger.
Select [Diagnosis] on [Start] display of Subaru Select Monitor.
On [Vehicle selection] display, enter vehicle information and select [OK].
On [Main Menu] display, select [Each System].
On [Select System] display, select [Transmission].
On [Select Function] display, select [Work Support].
On [Work Support] display, select [AWD ON/OFF switching mode].
Follow the messages displayed on the Subaru Select Monitor screen when working.
Switching completes successfully if any of the following messages is displayed.
- When switching from AWD to FWD: «Switched to FF. To return to AWD, perform basic mode.»
- When switching from FWD to AWD: «Switched to AWD. To return to FF, perform basic mode.»
NOTE:
- If communication error occurs during switching mode, start in the "AWD ON/OFF switching mode".
- If operation is interrupted before the successful end message is displayed, perform the [AWD ON/OFF switching mode] from the beginning until confirming the operation is successfully ended. If this mode fails to complete successfully, the cause is as follows.
  - Select lever is not in "P" range.
  - Engine is running.
- For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Application help".