Subaru Impreza II 2 GD owners manual page 203

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A1900BE-A.book Page 6 Friday, June 17, 2005 5:40 PM 7-6 Starting and operating y A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if thePreparing to drive “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is Resultant vehicle damage due to im-not properly operatingor th ere is one or You should perform the following checks more diagnostic trouble codes stored in proper testing is not covered undervehicle’s computer with the “CHECK EN-and adjustments every day before you the SUBARU Limited Warranty and start driving. is the responsibility of the state in-GINE” warning light/MIL illuminated.1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and spection program or its contractorsy A state emission inspection may reject lights are clean and unobstructed. or licensees. (not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of2. Check the appearance and condition of OBD system readiness mNot onitors “ the tires. Also check tires for proper infla- The EPA has issued regulations for in- Ready” is greater than one. Under this specting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD)condition, the vehicle operator should be tion. system as part of the state emissions in-instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of spection. The OBD system is designed todays to set the monitors and return for anleaks. detect engine and transmission problemsemission re-inspection. 4. Check that the hood, trunk (Sedan) that might cause vehicle emissions to ex-y Owners of rejected or failing vehicles and rear gate (Wagon) are fully closed. ceed allowable limits. These inspections 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. should contact their Subaru Dealer for apply to all 1996 model year and newer 6. Check the adjustment of the inside and service. outside mirrors. passenger cars and light trucks. Over 30 7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your states plus the District of Columbia have passengers have fastened their seatbelts. implemented the OBD system inspection. 8. Check the operation of the warning and y The inspection of the OBD system con- indicator lights when the ignition switch is sists of a visual operational check of the turned to the “ON” position. “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/malfunc- 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warn- tion indicator lamp (MIL) and an examina- ing lights after starting the engine. tion of the OBD system with an electronic scan tool while the engine is running. NOTE y A vehicle passes the OBD system in- Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, spection if proper the “CHECK ENGINE” washer fluid and other fluid levels warning light/MIL illumination is observed, should be checked daily, weekly or at there is no stored diagnostic trouble fuel stops. codes, and the OBD system readiness monitors are complete.

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