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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.
2003 Subaru Outback F6-3.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Throttle Position Sensor
NUMBER: 11-80-06
DATE: 11/08/06
APPLICABILITY:
2001 2004 Legacy and Outback models equipped with H-6 3.0L engines
SUBJECT:
Throttle Position Sensor
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of a newly designed throttle position sensor, the abrasion resistance performance has been improved.
PARTS INFORMATION
PROCEDURE INFORMATION
If you encounter a vehicle with a Check Engine Light (CEL) on, and P0122 is stored in memory with symptoms of erroneous idling and poor driving performance (engine hesitation, transmission shift shock), check the throttle position sensor and wiring harness according to the diagnostics found in the applicable Subaru service manual. If the throttle position sensor is the only item found to be failed, replace it with the newly designed part.
If P0122 is not stored in memory, but the vehicle has symptoms of erroneous idling and poor driving performance (engine hesitation, transmission shift shock), refer to the flow chart in this bulletin.
WARRANTY INFORMATION/CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT
Refer to the CDS Policies and Procedures Manual for applicable warranty coverage. Refer to the Subaru Warranty Wizard for claim submission information.
Diagnostic flow chart for P0122 not stored in memory, but the vehicle has symptoms of erroneous idling and poor driving performance (engine hesitation, transmission shift shock).
Disclaimer
DATE: 11/08/06
APPLICABILITY:
2001 2004 Legacy and Outback models equipped with H-6 3.0L engines
SUBJECT:
Throttle Position Sensor
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of a newly designed throttle position sensor, the abrasion resistance performance has been improved.
PARTS INFORMATION
PROCEDURE INFORMATION
If you encounter a vehicle with a Check Engine Light (CEL) on, and P0122 is stored in memory with symptoms of erroneous idling and poor driving performance (engine hesitation, transmission shift shock), check the throttle position sensor and wiring harness according to the diagnostics found in the applicable Subaru service manual. If the throttle position sensor is the only item found to be failed, replace it with the newly designed part.
If P0122 is not stored in memory, but the vehicle has symptoms of erroneous idling and poor driving performance (engine hesitation, transmission shift shock), refer to the flow chart in this bulletin.
WARRANTY INFORMATION/CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT
Refer to the CDS Policies and Procedures Manual for applicable warranty coverage. Refer to the Subaru Warranty Wizard for claim submission information.
Diagnostic flow chart for P0122 not stored in memory, but the vehicle has symptoms of erroneous idling and poor driving performance (engine hesitation, transmission shift shock).
Disclaimer
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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.