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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - SECURITY AND LOCKSPUSH BUTTON IGNITION SWITCHINSPECTION
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans
Push Button Ignition Switch: Inspection
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Inspection
- Disconnect the push button ignition switch connector.
- Perform the following inspection for the push button ignition switch.
Preparation tool:
Circuit tester
- Check the continuity between push button ignition switch connector terminals.
- Check the push button ignition switch operation when battery voltage is applied between the terminals of push button ignition switch.
Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard 4 (COM) ↔ 5 (GND) Always Continuity exists 7 (SSW1) ↔ 5 (GND) Push button ignition switch released → pressed Continuity exists 2 (SSW2) ↔ 5 (GND) Push button ignition switch released → pressed Continuity exists 11 (SWIL) ↔ 5 (GND) Battery voltage applied between terminals 11 (+) ← → 4 (-) Goes off → Red switch illumination light 12 (INDS) ↔ 5 (GND) Battery voltage applied between terminals 12 (+) ← → 4 (-) Turns off → Switch indicator lights in green 13 (INDW) ↔ 5 (GND) Battery voltage applied between terminals 13 (+) ← → 4 (-) Turns off → Switch indicator lights in orange - Replace the push button ignition switch if the inspection result is not within the standard value.
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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.