VDC OFF Switch: Inspection

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Inspection
  1. Disconnect the VDC OFF switch connector.
  2. Check the resistance between the VDC OFF switch terminals.

    Preparation tool: Circuit tester 

    Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between VDC Off Switch Terminals
    G06653910Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard
    1 - 3 Switch OFF 1 MΩ or more
    Switch ON Less than 1 Ω
  3. Replace the VDC OFF switch if the inspection result is not within the standard value.
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