Diagnostic Method

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Diagnostic Method
  • Abnormality Judgment 

Judge as NG when Low side or High side becomes NG.

If the duration of time while the following conditions are met is longer than the time indicated, judge as NG.

JUDGMENT VALUE

Malfunction Criteria Threshold Value
Low   
Output voltage < 1.22 V
Engine speed ≥ 1500 rpm
Throttle opening angle ≥ 12 °
Intake manifold pressure ≥ 73.3 kPa (550 mmHg, 21.7 inHg)
High (1)   
Output voltage ≥ 2.1 V
Engine speed 525 rpm - 900 rpm
Throttle opening angle < 5.7 °
Intake manifold pressure ≥ 58.7 kPa (440 mmHg, 17.3 inHg)
High (2)   
Output voltage ≥ 2.1 V
Engine speed 525 rpm - 900 rpm
Throttle opening angle < 5.7 °
Intake manifold pressure ≥ 58.7 kPa (440 mmHg, 17.3 inHg)
Fuel system diagnosis Rich side malfunction

Time Needed for Diagnosis: 

Low: 5000 ms

High: 10000 ms

Malfunction Indicator Light Illumination:  Illuminates when malfunction occurs in 2 continuous driving cycles.

  • Normality Judgment 

Judge as OK and clear the NG when both Low side and High side become OK.

Judge as OK and clear the NG if the continuous time while the following conditions are established is more than the predetermined time.

JUDGMENT VALUE

Malfunction Criteria Threshold Value
Low   
Output voltage ≥ 1.22 V
Engine speed ≥ 1500 rpm
Throttle opening angle ≥ 12 °
Intake manifold pressure ≥ 73.3 kPa (550 mmHg, 21.7 inHg)
High   
Output voltage < 2.1 V
Engine speed 525 rpm - 900 rpm
Throttle opening angle < 5.7 °
Intake manifold pressure < 58.7 kPa (440 mmHg, 17.3 inHg)
Fuel system diagnosis Rich side normal

Time Needed for Diagnosis: 

Low: Less than 1 second

High: Less than 1 second

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.