2013 Subaru Outback RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor: Inspection

  1. Check that the manifold absolute pressure sensor has no deformation, cracks or other damages.
  2. Connect dry-cell battery positive terminal to terminal No. 3 and dry-cell battery ground terminal to terminal No. 2, circuit tester ground terminal to terminal No. 2 and the circuit tester positive terminal to terminal No. 1.
    NOTE:
    • Use new dry-cell batteries.
    • Using circuit tester, check the voltage of a single dry-cell battery is 1.6 V or more. And also check the voltage of three batteries in series is between 4.8 V and 5.2 V.
      Fig 1: Checking Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Deformation, Cracks And Damages
      G06651256Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Connect the Mighty Vac to the pressure port (A) of manifold absolute pressure sensor.
    Fig 2: Identifying Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Pressure Port
    G06651257Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Check the voltage when generating vacuum and positive pressure using Mighty Vac.
    CAUTION: Do not apply vacuum of less than -88 kPa (-0.9 kgf/cm2 , -12.8 psi). Doing so may damage the manifold absolute pressure sensor.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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