Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Subaru Crosstrek BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Specification
- Models without EyeSight
NOTE:
- Terminal numbers in VDCCM&H/U connector (on the control module side) are shown in the figure.
- When the connector is removed from the VDCCM&H/U, the brake warning light (EBD warning light), ABS warning light, VDC warning light & VDC indicator light, VDC OFF indicator light, and the hill start assist warning light illuminate.
| Content | Terminal No. (+) - (-) | Input/Output signal | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measured value and measuring conditions | ||||||||
| Power supply | 4 - 14 | 10 - 15 V when the ignition switch is ON. | ||||||
| ABS wheel speed sensor | Front LH wheel | Power supply | 20 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | ||||
| Signal | 33 ((1)) | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||||||
| Signal | 8 ((2)) | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||||||
| Front RH wheel | Power supply | 17 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |||||
| Signal | 29 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||||||
| Rear LH wheel | Power supply | 7 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |||||
| Signal | 19 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||||||
| Rear RH wheel | Power supply | 18 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |||||
| Signal | 5 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||||||
| CAN communication line (H) | 2 - 14 | 2.75 - 4.5 V pulse signal when the ignition switch is ON. | ||||||
| CAN communication line (L) | 15 - 14 | 0.5 - 2.25 V pulse signal when the ignition switch is ON. | ||||||
| Valve relay power supply | 1 - 14 | 10 - 15 V | ||||||
| Motor relay power supply | 26 - 38 | 10 - 15 V | ||||||
| Stop light switch | 6 - 14 | 1.5 V or less when the stop light is OFF; otherwise, 10 - 15 V when the stop light is ON. | ||||||
| Vehicle speed output signal | 27 - 14 | 0 ββ 12 V pulse | ||||||
| VDC OFF switch | 37 - 14 | 1 Ξ© or less when the OFF switch is "ON"; 1 MΞ© or more when the switch is "OFF". | ||||||
| Ground | 14 | - | ||||||
| Ground | 38 | - | ||||||
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- Models with EyeSight
NOTE:
- Terminal numbers in VDCCM&H/U connector (on the control module side) are shown in the figure.
- When the connector is removed from the VDCCM&H/U, the brake warning light (EBD warning light), ABS warning light, VDC warning light & VDC indicator light, VDC OFF indicator light, and the hill start assist warning light illuminate.
| Content | Terminal No. (+) - (-) | Input/Output signal | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measured value and measuring conditions | ||||
| Power supply | 7 - 13 | 10 - 15 V when the ignition switch is ON. | ||
| ABS wheel speed sensor | Front LH wheel | Power supply | 22 - 13 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. |
| Signal | 21 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Front RH wheel | Power supply | 18 - 13 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |
| Signal | 19 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Rear LH wheel | Power supply | 16 - 13 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |
| Signal | 15 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Rear RH wheel | Power supply | 24 - 13 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |
| Signal | 25 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| CAN communication line (L) | 8 - 13 | 0.5 - 2.25 V pulse signal when the ignition switch is ON. | ||
| CAN communication line (H) | 10 - 13 | 2.75 - 4.5 V pulse signal when the ignition switch is ON. | ||
| Valve relay power supply | 14 - 13 | 10 - 15 V | ||
| Motor relay power supply | 1 - 13 | 10 - 15 V | ||
| Stop light switch | 3 - 13 | 1.5 V or less when the stop light is OFF; otherwise, 10 - 15 V when the stop light is ON. | ||
| Subaru Select Monitor | 5 - 13 | 0 ββ 12 V pulse (during the communication) | ||
| Vehicle speed output signal | 11 - 13 | 0 ββ 12 V pulse | ||
| VDC OFF switch | 9 - 13 | 0.5 Ξ© or less when the OFF switch is ON; 1 MΞ© or more when the switch is OFF. | ||
| Ground | 13 | - | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
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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