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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2005OUTBACK I, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSGLASS/WINDOWS/MIRRORSWIPER DEICER SWITCHINSPECTIONCHECK SWITCH

2005 Subaru Outback i, Standard

Check Switch

2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Check Switch

Remove the wiper deicer switch and measure the switch resistance.

Fig 1: Removing Wiper Deicer Switch And Measuring Switch Resistance

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

SWITCH POSITION TERMINAL SPECIFICATION

Switch position	Terminal No.	Standard
OFF	1 and 2	More than 1 MΩ
ON		Less than 1 Ω

Replace the wiper deicer switch if faulty.

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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.