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.
2000 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Mirror Motor Test
Remove door panel. Disconnect mirror motor harness connector. Using 12-volt power supply and 2 jumper wires, apply voltage and ground to specified terminal. See appropriate POWER MIRROR MOTOR TEST table. See Fig 1 .
POWER MIRROR MOTOR TEST (FORESTER)
| Application & Movement | Terminal No. (+) (Wire Color) | Terminal No. (-) (Wire Color) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Left Mirror | |||
| Up | 1 (Red/Black) | 3 (Red) | |
| Down | 3 (Red) | 1 (Red/Black) | |
| Left | 2 (Blue/Red) | 3 (Red) | |
| Right | 3 (Red) | 2 (Blue/Red) | |
| Right Mirror | |||
| Up | 1 (Red/Blue) | 3 (Red) | |
| Down | 3 (Red) | 1 (Red/Blue) | |
| Left | 2 (Green/Red) | 3 (Red) | |
| Right | 3 (Red) | 2 (Green/Red) | |
POWER MIRROR MOTOR TEST (IMPREZA)
| Application & Movement | Terminal No. (+) (Wire Color) | Terminal No. (-) (Wire Color) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Mirrors | |||
| Up | 1 (Red) | 3 (Red/Black) | |
| Down | 3 (Red/Black) | 1 (Red) | |
| Left | 1 (Red) | 2 (Blue/Red) | |
| Right | 2 (Blue/Red) | 1 (Red) | |
POWER MIRROR MOTOR TEST (LEGACY)
| Application & Movement | Terminal No. (+) (Wire Color) | Terminal No. (-) (Wire Color) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Left Mirror | |||
| Up | 3 (Red/Blue) | 1 (Red/Yellow) | |
| Down | 1 (Red/Yellow) | 3 (Red/Blue) | |
| Left | 3 (Red/Blue) | 2 (Red/White) | |
| Right | 2 (Red/White) | 3 (Red/Blue) | |
| Right Mirror | |||
| Up | 3 (Red/White) | 1 (Blue/Green) | |
| Down | 1 (Blue/Green) | 3 (Red/White) | |
| Left | 3 (Red/White) | 2 (Blue/White) | |
| Right | 2 (Blue/White) | 3 (Red/White) | |
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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.