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XTOOL D8: EPB Reset on Subaru

Quick answer: The XTOOL D8 is listed as Supported for EPB reset on 2 of the 2 Subaru vehicles we track, according to www.xtooltech.com. Its cited price is $419 (checked 2026-10-16). The maker's menu wording is “Electric Parking Brake Compulsion Release Mode (Brake control)”, with software SUBARU V9.60, function EPB v6.30.

Subaru vehicles verified for EPB reset

VehicleStatusFunction (maker's wording)Checked
2020+ Subaru Outback✓ Supported“Electric Parking Brake Compulsion Release Mode (Brake control)” · SUBARU V9.60, function EPB v6.30
Checked for model year 2020; SUBARU vehicle software V9.60 (XTOOL function query, embedded in xtoolglobal.com/pages/vehicle-coverage)
2026-10-17 · source ↗
2019-2024 Subaru Forester✓ Supported“Electric Parking Brake Compulsion Release Mode (Brake control)” · SUBARU V9.60, function EPB v6.30
Checked for model year 2019; SUBARU vehicle software V9.60 (XTOOL function query, embedded in xtoolglobal.com/pages/vehicle-coverage)
2026-10-17 · source ↗

Other tools for Subaru EPB reset

ToolSubaru vehicles SupportedPrice
Autel MaxiCOM MK808S2$479
Autel MaxiCheck MX9002$559
Autel MaxiSys MS908S32not cited
Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro2$1,569
Launch X-431 PRO0 (+2 partial)MSRP $1,364.07
TOPDON Phoenix Lite 20 (+1 partial)$799

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What EPB reset involves

Retracting the rear caliper motors into service mode before pad work, then re-applying and often calibrating afterwards. Some vehicles have a pedal-and-switch service mode; many need a scan tool.

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FAQ

Can the XTOOL D8 do EPB reset on Subaru vehicles?

Yes on 2020+ Subaru Outback, 2019-2024 Subaru Forester (maker coverage list, software SUBARU V9.60, function EPB v6.30).

What is EPB reset called in the XTOOL D8 menu?

“Electric Parking Brake Compulsion Release Mode (Brake control)”.

Which other tools do EPB reset on Subaru?

Autel MaxiCOM MK808S (2 Supported), Autel MaxiCheck MX900 (2 Supported), Autel MaxiSys MS908S3 (2 Supported), Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro (2 Supported), Launch X-431 PRO (0 Supported, 2 partial).

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