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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2022IMPREZA BASE, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 23 (P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) (3 OF 4))DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)DTC P1C87-79: GENERATOR MECHANICAL LINKAGE FAILURENOTES
2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans
DTC P1C87-79: Generator Mechanical Linkage Failure: Notes
2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Notes
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Outline of diagnosis:
Generator lock
Generator does not rotate during EV traveling
(1 trip detection logic)
Trouble symptom:
- Reduced output power
- A driving range is limited
- Engine always stopped
CAUTION:
- Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description". Ref. to P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
- When this DTC is displayed, engine seizure or transaxle gear seizure may have occurred. Therefore, check the amount of the engine oil, ATF, rear differential gear oil and coolant before the inspection.
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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.