2009 Subaru Tribeca BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Electrical Component Locator: Grounds

GROUNDS LOCATION

Component Location
BAT-1 At battery. See Figure.
GB-1 Right front of engine compartment. See Figure.
GB-2 Left front of engine compartment. See Figure.
GB-3 Center of dash. See Figure.
GB-4 Left kick panel. See Figure.
GB-5 Right end of dash. See Figure.
GB-6 Center of dash. See Figure.
GB-7 Right kick panel. See Figure.
GB-8 Under front passenger seat. See Figure.
GB-9 Right "C" pillar. See Figure.
GB-10 Right "D" pillar. See Figure.
GB-11 Under center console. See Figure.
GB-12 Left "D" pillar. See Figure.
GB-13 Left "C" pillar. See Figure.
GB-15 Top right "D" pillar. See Figure.
GB-16 Left rear of vehicle. See Figure.
GE Left rear of engine. See Figure.
GR Under center of dash. See Figure.
GV Right side of engine compartment. See Figure.
R277 (Rear Differential Gear Oil Temperature Switch Bracket Earth) At rear differential. See Figure.
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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.
  • • 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.