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.
2020 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 12 (Engine Control System (Diagnostics) (2.4L) (1 Of 4))
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
- DTC P000A: "A" Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 1
- DTC P000B: "B" Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 1
- DTC P000C: "A" Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 2
- DTC P000D: "B" Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 2
- DTC P0010: "A" Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit/Open Bank 1
- DTC P0011: "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced Or System Performance Bank 1
- DTC P0013: "B" Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit/Open Bank 1
- DTC P0014: "B" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced Or System Performance Bank 1
- DTC P0016: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor A
- DTC P0017: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor B
- DTC P0018: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 2 Sensor A
- DTC P0019: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 2 Sensor B
- DTC P0020: "A" Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit/Open Bank 2
- DTC P0021: "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced Or System Performance Bank 2
- DTC P0023: "B" Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit/Open Bank 2
- DTC P0024: "B" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced Or System Performance Bank 2
- DTC P0030: A/F/O2 Heater Control Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0031: A/F/O2 Heater Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0032: A/F/O2 Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0033: Turbocharger/Supercharger Bypass Valve "A" Control Circuit
- DTC P0037: A/F/O2 Heater Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P0038: A/F/O2 Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P003A: Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control "A" Position Exceeded Learning Limit
- DTC P0045: Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control "A" Circuit/Open
- DTC P0068: Map/MAF - Throttle Position Correlation
- DTC P0071: Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" Range/Performance
- DTC P0072: Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" Low
- DTC P0073: Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" High
- DTC P0087: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low Bank 1
- DTC P0088: Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High Bank 1
- DTC P0096: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1
- DTC P0097: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit Low Bank 1
- DTC P0098: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Bank 1
- DTC P0101: Mass Or Volume Air Flow Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
- DTC P0102: Mass Or Volume Air Flow Sensor "A" Circuit Low
- DTC P0103: Mass Or Volume Air Flow Sensor "A" Circuit High
- DTC P0107: Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Sensor Circuit Low
- DTC P0108: Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Sensor Circuit High
- DTC P0111: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1
- DTC P0112: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Low Bank 1
- DTC P0113: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High Bank 1
- DTC P0116: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance
- DTC P0117: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Low
- DTC P0118: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High
- DTC P0122: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "A" Circuit Low
- DTC P0123: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "A" Circuit High
- DTC P0125: Insufficient Coolant Temperature For Closed Loop Fuel Control
- DTC P0128: Coolant Thermostat (Engine Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)
- DTC P0130: A/F/O2 Sensor Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0131: A/F/O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0132: A/F/O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0134: A/F/O2 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P0137: O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P0138: O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P013A: O2 Sensor Slow Response - Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P013B: O2 Sensor Slow Response - Lean To Rich Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P013E: O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P013F: O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Lean To Rich Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P0140: O2 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P0141: O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 2
- DTC P014C: A/F/O2 Sensor Slow Response - Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P014D: A/F/O2 Sensor Slow Response - Lean To Rich Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P015A: A/F/O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 1
- DTC P015B: A/F/O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Lean To Rich Bank 1 Sensor 1
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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.
