Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1996 Subaru SVX LSiFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
By-Pass Air Control Valve
- Turn ignition off. Unplug by-pass air control valve harness connector. By-pass air control valve is located near throttle body. Check resistance between valve terminals No. 1 and No. 2. Resistance should be 9 ohms.
- Check resistance between control valve harness connector terminals No. 2 and No. 3. Resistance should be 9 ohms. If resistance is not as specified, replace by-pass air control valve. For more detailed test procedures, see appropriate BASIC TESTING article. Since many computer-controlled and monitored components set a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) if they malfunction, also perform procedures in appropriate TESTS W/CODES article.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.