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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - SECURITY AND LOCKSPUSH BUTTON IGNITION SWITCHINSPECTION
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Push Button Ignition Switch: Inspection
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Inspection
- Check the continuity between the connectors.
Preparation tool:
Circuit tester
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Terminal No. Inspection conditions Specification 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 - Check the push button ignition switch operation when battery voltage is applied between the connectors.
Terminal No. Inspection conditions Specification 11 (SWIL) - 5 (GND) Connect battery to the terminals Goes off → Red switch illumination light 12 (INDS) - 5 (GND) Turns off → Switch indicator lights in green 13 (INDW) - 5 (GND) 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.