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.
2019 Subaru Outback 2.5iFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Specification
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 hold indicator light illuminate.
| Contents | Terminal No. (+) - (-) | Input/Output signal | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measured value and measuring conditions | ||||
| Power supply | 35 - 14 | 10 - 15 V when the ignition switch is ON. | ||
| ABS wheel speed sensor | Front LH wheel | Power supply | 9 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. |
| Signal | 8 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Front RH wheel | Power supply | 5 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |
| Signal | 4 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Rear LH wheel | Power supply | 7 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |
| Signal | 6 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Rear RH wheel | Power supply | 11 - 14 | 0 - 18 V when the ignition switch is ON. | |
| Signal | 10 | 7 - 14 mA: Rectangle waveform | ||
| Valve relay power supply | 30 - 14 | 10 - 15 V | ||
| Motor relay power supply | 1 - 14 | 10 - 15 V | ||
| Stop light switch | 15 - 14 | 1.5 V or less when the stop light is OFF; 10 - 15 V when the stop light is ON. | ||
| Brake light relay power supply | 25 - 14 | 10 - 15 V when the ignition switch is ON. | ||
| Vehicle speed output signal | 22 | 0 ββ 12 V pulse | ||
| VDC OFF switch | 31 - 14 | 1 Ξ© or less when the OFF switch is "ON"; 1 MΞ© or more when the switch is "OFF". | ||
| Parking brake switch | 17 | Pulse signal | ||
| Parking brake switch | 18 | Pulse signal | ||
| Parking brake switch | 19 | Pulse signal | ||
| Parking brake switch | 24 | Pulse signal | ||
| Rear brake caliper RH | 2 - 3 | Pulse signal | ||
| Rear brake caliper LH | 12 - 13 | Pulse signal | ||
| Hill hold switch | 36 - 14 | 10 - 15 V when the hill hold switch is ON. | ||
| Parking brake indicator light | 33 - 14 | 0 V when the light is on; 10 - 15 V when the light is off. | ||
| Brake fluid level switch | 38 - 14 | 10 - 15 V when the ignition switch is ON. | ||
| CAN communication line (H) | 42 | Pulse signal | ||
| CAN communication line (L) | 43 | Pulse signal | ||
| Ground | 14 | - | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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.