18 replies to this topic

[Subaru_Bloke]

Just wondering if someone can point me to a Subaru specific program for onboard diagnostics. I have the obd2 USB plug and laptop. Just need a program to run...?

[Barbbachello]

theres ones called FreeSSM

[WillC]

rom raider works with your aem uego.
ecu edit is pretty
evoscanner is okla but not as good at 50 hooters 911 wings.

I use ecuedit.

[Subaru_Bloke]

From what I've read, freessm is good for Subaru, but you need a particular cable. I don't know if I have the right one. I also spent $20 on a elm320 cable, but that's not the right one. Wish I knew before I bought it ha ha

[Subaru_Bloke]

I've tried connecting to the obd software, but it appears I can't connect at all :-( so confusing

[WillC]

Openport 1.3U is what you need For a Gen 3 Subaru Bloke.

[Grahama]

I bought a <$10 VAGCOM cable from ebay and got it working with SSM on my 07 Foz - it can read ECU fault codes and sensor outputs.
I don't know how accurate it is, but values change as I'm driving along

I can not get it to work with ECUFlash at all, but I'm reading other forum threads like this: http://www.rexnet.co...g-com-flashing/ and wondering if this mod might help me.
Apparently just jumpering the two sets of pins on the OBDII plug can make this similar to a OpenPort 1.3 cable.
Since the 07+ Foz has CANBUS ECU, I'm not expecting to be able to flash, but if I could download a ROM/MAP from the ECU I'd be pretty happy.

[WillC]

Whilst I love DIY I dare say when you're playing with your ECU. And if you stuff up your ECU you could be up for a expensive replacement of up to 400.

 

Get a cable that will do the job. The openport 1.3u type will do the job.

 

 

[WillC]

I know 99-01 series give locksmiths are lot of headaches .   So be careful !.

What SubyDr said pretty much sums it all up. I have done this.

[Subaru_Bloke]

I tried different cables. And the Subaru dealer also tried. I believe the ecu changeover has missed a cable and I will need to use the plug near the ecu instead. But I dot know what type it is

[Subaru_Bloke]

Is there another way Dr? I will try checking for power. I do get the light on obd cable when I plug it in.

I was hoping for a connection close to the ecu

[Adam]

From memory this is a v3 sti conversion?

[Subaru_Bloke]

V4 sti Adam

[WillC]

V4 sti Adam

Isn't that obd1 ?

[Subaru_Bloke]

Obd2 cable plugs into obd socket under bonnet lever, so I don't think so. Engine is from a 98 impreza rs. Pretty sure they're obd2 as well?

Dr it wasn't done roughly, it just wasn't maintained when problems arised. The conversion was done by combined auto servicing, who I am told are quite good and specialise in Subaru conversions.

[WillC]

Obd2 cable plugs into obd socket under bonnet lever, so I don't think so. Engine is from a 98 impreza rs. Pretty sure they're obd2 as well?
 

ah ok. I have literally done no research into this engine. So i've just learned something

[Subaru_Bloke]

ah ok. I have literally done no research into this engine. So i've just learned something

only way to learn is to ask questions will!

hence why I ask so damn many :-D

[CodeBurn3r]

Hey SubyDr.. Where are you from?

I'm sure we must have crossed paths at some time.. (used to work next door to Snowball, and i know Ross well.. He is the only mechanic i trust to recommend to people)

And you know that Snowball has the monopoly on the SSM's hahah

 

I was going to PM you but not enabled?

 

 

OP:

Hit up Snowball, he'll sort you out..
After i did my Conversion I was chatting to him RE intermittent CEL for the IACV.. He threw on the SSM and confirmed what he suspected.. Dodgy Neutral Position Sensor

 

Saved me forking out for a new IACV thinking that was the issue..

He has plenty of years experience and as mentioned.. Not a Rip like the dealers.

[Beckers]

Hey Ty, Where is Snowball Auto ??

 

Last Wed nights meet, answered this question.