Check Communication Circuit

2007 Subaru Outback Limited, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Check Communication Circuit
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

Step Check Yes No
1 CHECK THE HARNESS BETWEEN CLOCK AND COMBINATION METER. 
  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Disconnect the harness connector of the clock and the combination meter.
  3. Measure the resistance between the harness connector of the clock and the combination meter.

    Connector & terminal 

    Normal meter: 

    (i59) No. 5 - (i10) No. 18: 

    Mufti meter: 

    (I59) No. 1 - (i10) No. 13: 

Is resistance less than 10 Ω? Go to step 2.  Repair the wiring harness.
2 CHECK COMMUNICATION ERROR DISPLAY. 
  1. Connect all the disconnected connectors.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
  3. Check that the error code is displayed in odo/trip meter.
Is the error code "Er xx" displayed on odo/trip meter? (Except for meter with MID) Check the communication circuit. <Ref. to COMMUNICATION ERROR DISPLAY , INSPECTION, Combination Meter System .> Replace the clock body.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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