How to Install VXDIAG Subaru SSM4 Software (2020.07)

This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough for installing the 2020.07 version of VXDIAG Subaru SSM3 and Ssm4 (Subaru Select Monitor) diagnostic software. This version includes SSM4 V22.60, which has been verified to work flawlessly. We’ll cover each step, from downloading the necessary files to applying the required patch.

Downloading the Software and Patch

Before starting the installation process, you will need to download the software and a crucial patch. The software package includes:

• SSM3: Version 2020.07
• SSM4: Version V22.60
• FlashWrite2: Version V1.3.4

Download Link: [Insert Google Drive or alternative reliable download link here]

A patch is REQUIRED for SSM4 to function correctly. Download it from the following link:

Patch Download Link: [Insert Yandex Disk or alternative reliable download link here]

System Requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 10.
• Compatible Device: VXDIAG Subaru SSM3/SSM4 diagnostic scanner.
• Language: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful installation:

1. Install FlashWrite2:

• Locate the downloaded software package and extract it to your desktop.
• Open the FlashWrite2 EU V1.3.4 folder.
• Run the setup.exe file.
• Accept the license agreement and proceed with the installation.

2. Install SSM3:

• Open the SSM3 folder.
• Run the setup.exe file.
• Accept the license agreement and follow the on-screen prompts.
• If prompted with Windows security warnings regarding driver installation, choose “Install this driver software anyway.”

3. Install SSM4:

• Open the SSM4 folder.
• Run the SSM4_EU_V22.6.0 setup file.
• Accept the license agreement and follow the installation wizard’s instructions.

4. Install VX Manager:

• Install the VX Manager driver. This software manages communication between the VXDIAG device and your computer.
• During installation, select “Subaru-SSM” software.

5. Apply the SSM4 Patch:

• Important: This step is critical for activating SSM4.
• Extract the downloaded patch to your desktop.
• Right-click the patch file and select “Run as Administrator.”
• Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the patching process. You may be asked to select your region.

Final Steps and Troubleshooting

• Connect your VXDIAG Subaru device to your computer. The drivers should install automatically.
• Launch the SSM4 software. You should now have a fully functional installation.

License Expiration: If you encounter a license expiration message for SSM3, contact your VXDIAG vendor for renewal instructions. They will likely require your device’s serial number (S/N).

This guide ensures your VXDIAG Subaru SSM4 software, crucial for in-depth vehicle diagnostics, is correctly installed and ready to use.