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2005 Subaru Outback RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Component Locator: Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| ABS Motor Ground (F73) | Right side of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| A/C Compressor (F25, F82) | Right front of engine. See Figure. |
| Alternator (F26) | Right front of engine. See Figure. |
| Antenna Amplifier (Sedan) (R97) | Above left rear wheelwell. See Figure. |
| Antenna Amplifier (Wagon) (R97) | Above left rear wheelwell. See Figure. |
| Antenna Amplifier (W/ Immobilizer) (B351) | Center of dash. See Figure. |
| A/T Dropping Resistor (2.5L) (B4) | Right side of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Blower Motor Resistor (3.0L) (B86) | Behind right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Check Connector (3.0L) (B79) | Left end of dash. See Figure. |
| Data Link Connector (2.5L) (B40) | Under left side of dash. See Figure. |
| Data Link Connector (3.0L) (B40) | Under left side of dash. See Figure. |
| Diagnostic Connector (B82) | Left side of dash. See Figure. |
| Diagnostic Connector (3.0L) (B82) | Center of dash. See Figure. |
| Diagnostic Terminal (Ground) (3.0L) (B81) | Center of dash. See Figure. |
| Diode (DRL) (3.0L) (B112) | Behind right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Diode (Key Warning) (3.0L) (B34) | Behind right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Fan Ground Joint Connector (3.0L) (B181, B182) | Center of dash. See Figure. |
| Fuel Pump Condenser (Wagon) (R142) | Near left rear wheelwell. See Figure. |
| Generator (F26) | Top center of engine. See Figure. |
| Horn (F5, F47) | Front center of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil & Ignitor (2.5L, Non-Turbo) (E12) | At rear of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil & Ignitor (2.5L, Non-Turbo) (Low Emissions) (E12) | At rear of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 1 (2.5L Turbo) (E31) | Right side of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 1 (3.0L) (E31) | Top right of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 2 (2.5L Turbo) (E32) | Left side of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 2 (3.0L) (E32) | Top left of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 3 (2.5L Turbo) (E33) | Right side of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 3 (3.0L) (E33) | Top right of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 4 (2.5L Turbo) (E34) | Left side of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 4 (3.0L) (E34) | Top left of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 5 (3.0L) (E45) | Top right of engine. See Figure. |
| Ignition Coil No. 6 (3.0L) (E46) | Top left of engine. See Figure. |
| Line End Check Connector (3.0L) (B300) | Upper left center of dash. See Figure. |
| Noise Filter (R174) | Right rear of luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| OP Connector (3.0L) (B228) | Left center of dash. See Figure. |
| Pretensioner LH (Sedan) (AB21) | Near left "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Pretensioner LH (Wagon) (AB21) | Near left "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Pretensioner RH (Sedan) (AB26) | Near right "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Pretensioner RH (Wagon) (AB26) | Rear right "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Rear Defogger Condenser (Wagon) (R25) | Right front side of luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Seat Heater LH (Sedan) (R41) | Under left front seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Heater LH (Wagon) (R41) | In driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Heater RH (Sedan) (R44) | Under right front seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Heater RH (Wagon) (R44) | In front passenger's seat. See Figure. |
| Security Horn (2.5L) (B204) | Right side of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Shield Joint Connector (VDC) (2.5L) (F88) | Left rear corner of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Shield Joint Connector (VDC) (3.0L) (B53) | Left center of dash. See Figure. |
| Shield & Sensor Ground Joint Connector (3.0L) (B83) | Lower right end of dash. See Figure. |
| Test Mode Connector (B75, B76) | Right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Transmission (A/T) (Non-Turbo) | Rear of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Transmission (2.5L Turbo) | Center rear of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Wiper Deicer (3.0L) (B177) | Top left end of dash. See Figure. |
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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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