2005 Subaru Baja Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Main Switch

Measure switch resistance.

Driver's switch: 

DRIVER'S SWITCH SPECIFICATION

Switch position Terminal No. Standard
UP 3 and 9, 7 and 1 Less than 1 Ω
OFF 3 and 7 and 1 Less than 1 Ω
DOWN 7 and 9, 3 and 1 Less than 1 Ω
AUTO DOWN 7 and 9, 3 and 1 Less than 1 Ω

Front passenger's switch: 

FRONT PASSENGER'S SWITCH SPECIFICATION

Switch position Terminal No. Standard
UP 9 and 5, 1 and 4 Less than 1 Ω
OFF 1 and 5 and 4 Less than 1 Ω
DOWN 9 and 4, 1 and 5 Less than 1 Ω

Rear left switch: 

REAR LEFT SWITCH SPECIFICATION

Switch position Terminal No. Standard
UP 9 and 13, 1 and 8 Less than 1 Ω
OFF 1 and 13 and 8 Less than 1 Ω
DOWN 9 and 8, 1 and 13 Less than 1 Ω

Rear right switch: 

REAR RIGHT SWITCH SPECIFICATION

Switch position Terminal No. Standard
UP 9 and 16, 1 and 14 Less than 1 Ω
OFF 1 and 16 and 14 Less than 1 Ω
DOWN 9 and 14, 1 and 16 Less than 1 Ω

If defective, replace the main switch.

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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.

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