Subaru 2009 Impreza User Manual download pdf (Page 228)

7-8 Starting and operating

CAUTION

Resultant vehicle damage due to

improper testing is not covered

under the SUBARU Limited War-

ranty and is the responsibility of

the state inspection program or its

contractors or licensees.

The EPA ha s issued regulations for

inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic

(OBD) system as part of the state emis-

sions inspe ction. The OBD system is

designed to detect engine and transmis-

sion problems that might cause vehicle

emissions to exceed allowable limits.

These inspections apply to all 1996 model

year and newer passenger cars and light

trucks. Over 30 states plus the District of

Columbia have implemented the OBD

system inspection.

. The inspection of the OBD system

consists of a visual operational check of

the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/mal-

function indicator lamp (MIL) and an

examination of the OBD system with an

electronic scan tool while the engine is

running.

. Avehicle

passes the OBD system

inspection if proper illumination of the

“CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is

observed, there are no stored diagnostic

trouble codes, and the OBD sy stem

readiness monitors are complete.

. A vehicle

fails the OBD inspection if the

“CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is

not properly operating or there are one or

more diagnostic trouble codes stored in

the vehicle’s computer with the “CHECK

ENGINE” warning light/MIL illuminated.

. A state emission inspection may reject

(not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of

OBD system readiness monitors “Not

Ready” is greater than one. Under this

condition, the vehicle operator should be

instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few

days to set the monitors and return for an

emission re-inspection.

. Owners of rejected or failing vehicles

should contact their SUBARU Dealer for

service.

Preparing to drive

You should perform the following checks

and adjustments every day before you

start driving.

1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and

lights are clean and unobstructed.

2. Check the appearance and condition

of the tires. Also check tires for proper

inflation.

3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of

leaks.

4. Check that the hood, trunk (4-door)

and rear gate (5-door) are fully closed.

5. Check the adjustment of the seat.

6. Check the adjustment of the inside

and outside mirrors.

7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your

passengers have fastened their seatbelts.

8. Check the operation of the warning

and indicator lights when the ignition

switch is turned to the “ON” position.

9. Check the gauges, indicator and warn-

ing lights after starting the engine.

NOTE

Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid,

washer fluid and other fluid levels

should be checked daily, weekly or at

fuel stops.

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