G Sensor: Inspection

2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Inspection
INSPECTION DETAILS

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1. CHECK G SENSOR.Β 
  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
  3. Set the Subaru Select Monitor to the {Brake Control} mode.
  4. Set the display in the {Current Data Display & Save} mode.
  5. Read the G sensor output value.
Is the value -1.2 - 1.2 m/s2 when the vehicle is in horizontal position? Go to step 2Β  . Repair the harness connector between G sensor and ABSCM&H/U. Or replace G sensor.
2. CHECK G SENSOR.Β 
  1. Remove the console box.
  2. Remove the G sensor from vehicle. (Do not disconnect connector.)
  3. Read the Subaru Select Monitor display.
Is the value 8.1 - 11.2 m/s2 when G sensor is inclined forward to 90Β°? Go to step 3Β  . Repair the harness connector between G sensor and ABSCM&H/U. Or replace G sensor.
3. CHECK G SENSOR.Β 
Read the Subaru Select Monitor display.
Is the value -8.1--11.2 m/s2 when G sensor is inclined backward to 90Β°? G sensor is normal. Repair the harness connector between G sensor and ABSCM&H/U. Or replace G sensor.
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