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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2005OUTBACK I, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALLUBRICATION SYSTEMLUBRICATION (H4SO)GENERAL DIAGNOSTIC TABLEINSPECTION
2005 Subaru Outback i, Standard
General Diagnostic Table: Inspection
2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Inspection
Before performing diagnosis, make sure that the engine oil level is correct and no oil leakage exists.
SYMPTOM AND POSSIBLE CAUSE
| Symptom | Possible cause | Corrective action | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Warning light remains on. | a) Oil pressure switch failure | Cracked diaphragm or oil leakage within switch | Replace. |
| Broken spring or seized contacts | Replace. | ||
| b) Low oil pressure | Clogging of oil filter | Replace. | |
| Malfunction of oil by-pass valve in oil filter | Clean or replace. | ||
| Malfunction of oil relief valve in oil pump | Clean or replace. | ||
| Clogged oil passage | Clean. | ||
| Excessive tip clearance and side clearance of oil pump rotor and gear | Replace. | ||
| Clogged oil strainer or broken pipe | Clean or replace. | ||
| c) No oil pressure | Insufficient engine oil | Replenish. | |
| Broken pipe of oil strainer | Replace. | ||
| Stuck oil pump rotor | Replace. | ||
| 2. Warning light does not come on. | a) Malfunction of combination meter | Replace | |
| b) Poor contact of switch contact points | Replace. | ||
| c) Disconnection of wiring | Repair. | ||
| 3. Warning light flickers momentarily. | a) Poor contact at terminals | Repair. | |
| b) Defective wiring harness | Repair | ||
| c) Low oil pressure | Check for the same possible causes as listed in 1) -2). | ||
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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.