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Not sure what you mean but I don’t think there are any “code readers” that “change settings”. (see my assumptions below) If you mean altering tables and settings like I’m thinking thats usually done via Rom Raider and other PC based OBDII cable adapter software. I’m assuming by code reader you mean OBDII scanners that read and log data. And I’m assuming “change settings” means you want to alter the tables in the controllers.

Hi everyone, at the beginning, forgive me please my future mistakes, English is not my native language, but I'll try my best. It's so nice to meet you all guys. I'm driving 1997 GC8 Impreza 2.0 RX "555 Sport" Limited (one of rare, european versions of NA Impreza's). Cheers

Thank you Crazyeights for your warm welcome. Of course I'll share a pictures of my beloved, little car. I have it for four years, done many mods to improve performance and now, the biggest project in my life. I've made it totally without electronics, only dual carbs and mechanical ditsy. Yes, I know, I'm crazy. As stock car, it has full body kit without hood and interior without steering wheel, from european GT Turbo version. Limited paint job, 53C "Monte Carlo Blue/555 Blue" to memorize the win in Rally Monte Carlo, 16" Enkei stock wheels and some gold stickers too. Mechanical it's standard, naturally aspirated 2.0 Impreza, RX model which was the richest trim version of NA GC8 in Europe.

Welcome! You're in the right place. There are lots of helpful people here, and an unbelievable bank of knowledge relating to earlier Subarus. Can you share any pictures of your car?

at www.subaruoutback.org , there is a thread about FreeSSM and similar tools. Maybe someone over there can assist with the question? (SSM=Subaru Service Monitor, the dealer's software)

It’s not the alternator. Do not throw away that premium excellent high grade long life alternator for some aftermarket trash garbage that will fail in a year. It’s probably not the fuel pump either. Okay jt could be those things but guessing is a very poor idea. 1. Scan the OBD codes. If you’re capable of asking here you’re capable of buying a $10 scanner on eBay (or $30-$50 at local auto parts store) to read codes. any National chain reads them free but of course you need to get it there. Having one is very helpful. 2. Some Subarus can flash the code for you. Not sure if a 2013 imp can. 3. Are there any lights on the dash at all when it’s running for 20 seconds? Check engine, AT, VDC, ABS? 4. Check the output voltage of the alternator during those 20 seconds. Get a multimeter. Put it on DC 12 volt and one lead on alternator post and another on engine ground or battery negative. Start car and read voltage 5 seconds after it’s running but before it shuts down. What do you get? Post the exact number here 5. Was there any work done in the last couple of months to the engine or vehicle? 6. Any recent significant history - like it sat parked for awhile, you recently bought it, it was wrecked, battery replaced….? 7. is everything about the key immobilizer and security system working normally and always has? **** be sure to charge the battery. these multiple starts with no run time to replenish will lessen battery life.

The seals should have the rubber extension/flap piece mounted so this is external. In that third pic, it’s backwards. Cheers Bennie

Parked it for the winter.

figured it out