2019 Subaru WRX STI S209FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor: Inspection

  1. Check that the manifold absolute pressure sensor has no deformation, cracks or other damages.
  2. Connect dry-cell battery positive terminal to terminal No. 3 and dry-cell battery ground terminal to terminal No. 2, circuit tester positive terminal to terminal No. 1 and the circuit tester ground terminal to terminal No. 2.
    NOTE:
    • Use new dry-cell batteries.
    • Using a circuit tester, check that the initial voltage of each dry-cell battery is 1.6 V or more. And also check that the voltage of three batteries in series is between 4.8 V and 5.2 V.
    • For power supply, 5 V DC constant voltage power source can also be used.
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  3. Check the voltage at a normal atmospheric pressure.
    NOTE: The atmospheric pressure at higher altitude is lower than normal. Therefore, the voltage is lower than the standard value.
    Terminal No. Standard
    1 (+) and 2 (-) Approx. 2.0 V (when 25Β°C (77Β°F))
  4. Connect the Mighty Vac to the pressure port (A) of manifold absolute pressure sensor.
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  5. Check the voltage when generating vacuum and positive pressure using Mighty Vac.
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure out of the range of -88 - 200 kPa (-0.9 - 2.04 kgf/cm2 , -12.8 - 29.0 psi). Doing so may damage the manifold absolute pressure sensor.
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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.