Si-Drive Mode Display Icon In The Combination Meter Blinks After Switching Si-Drive Modes

Diagnosis:

SI-DRIVE mode does not switch.

CAUTION: Note that SI-DRIVE system operates the following controls when it switches the modes.

When turning the engine OFF and then ON again, it switches to I (intelligent) mode regardless of the mode before turning off the engine.
Switches to I (intelligent) when the malfunction indicator light illuminates while the engine is running. In this case, it will not be possible to change to the S (Sports) or S# (Sport Sharp) mode.

NOTE: In this case, there is a fault other than in SI-DRIVE system.

CHECK MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT .
1. Start the engine.
2. Check if malfunction indicator light illuminates.
  Does the malfunction indicator light illuminate?
  
  Yes Read the DTC using Subaru Select Monitor and check the indicated DTC. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .
  
  No Go to 2.
CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE .
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
2. Check the engine coolant temperature gauge.
  Does it indicate overheating?
  
  Yes Inspect for the cause of overheating and repair.
  
  No Go to 3.
CHECK ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE .
Using the Subaru Select Monitor, check the following items in the [Data Monitor] of [Engine]. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>DATA MONITOR .
- Oil Temperature
Is the value of [Oil Temperature] 117°C (243°F) or more?

Yes Inspect and repair the cause of engine oil temperature rise.

NOTE: Ask the customer whether the vehicle has experienced a long drive in low gear or towing of heavy load. If not, drive the vehicle again after the engine oil temperature lowers, and check if the engine oil temperature rises.

No Go to 4.
CHECK COMBINATION METER DISPLAY .
1. Switch SI-DRIVE modes.
2. Check the SI-DRIVE mode display in the combination meter.
  Does the SI-DRIVE mode "I" flash in the combination meter?
  
  Yes Replace the meter case assembly. Ref. to INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO>COMBINATION METER .
  
  No Perform test operation and check the malfunction indicator light, engine coolant temperature warning light, and engine oil temperature. If they are normal, finish the diagnosis.