HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C) (DIAGNOSTICS) > Basic Diagnostic Procedure
PROCEDURE
NOTE:
When the sunload sensor check is performed indoors or in the shade, it could be diagnosed as sensor having an open circuit. Always perform the inspection in direct sunlight.
STEP | CHECK | YES | NO |
1.START INSPECTIONS.
1) Prepare the tools. General Description > PREPARATION TOOL">
2) Perform the pre-inspection. General Description > INSPECTION">
Is any malfunction found in pre-inspection?
Fix the malfunction found in pre-inspection, and go to the next inspection step. Basic Diagnostic Procedure > PROCEDURE">Go to Step 2.
Basic Diagnostic Procedure > PROCEDURE">Go to Step 2.
2.CHECK DTC.
1) Under the failure condition, leave the vehicle for one minute or more.
2) Read the DTC using Subaru Select Monitor. Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)">
NOTE:
• If the communication function of the Subaru Select Monitor cannot be executed properly, check the communication circuit. Diagnostic Procedure for Subaru Select Monitor Communication > COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING IMPOSSIBLE">
• Record the time stamp and the freeze frame data recorded together with the DTC. For time stamp, refer to “LAN SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">
Is DTC displayed?
List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) > LIST">
Refer to Diagnostics with Phenomenon. Diagnostics with Phenomenon > INSPECTION">
Driving on grades
Before going down a steep hill, slow
down and shift into lower gear (if necessary,
use 1st gear) in order to utilize the
engine braking effect and prevent overheating
of your vehicle's brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
When driving uphill in hot weather, the
air conditioner may ...
Windshield washer fluid
Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield
washer fluid is unavailable use clean
water.
In areas where water freezes in winter,
use an anti-freeze type windshield washer
fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid
contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%
surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tempera ...
Information display (if equipped)
NOTE
For models with color multi function
display, refer to "Multi function display"
Outside temperature indicator
Driving information display
Clock
With the ignition switch in the "ACC"
position, the clock appears on the display.
With the ignition switch in the "ON"
position, ...