2022 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Secondary Speed Sensor: Inspection

  1. Check for oil leaks.
  2. Check the output waveform and output voltage of the secondary speed sensor.
    1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
    2. Remove the clip from the air intake boot, and loosen the clamp.
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    3. Remove the air intake boot, and place it aside so that it does not interfere with the work.
      CAUTION:

      Be careful not to pull out the PCV hose. 

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    4. Disconnect the ground cord.
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    5. Remove the pitching stopper. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>TRANSMISSION MOUNTING SYSTEM>REMOVAL>PITCHING STOPPER .
    6. Remove the transmission case cover (front).
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    7. Move the lock lever in the arrow direction while pressing the lock button (A), and disconnect the connector.
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    8. Set the ST between the TCM and transmission harness. Ref. to TRANSMISSION (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .

      Special tool: 

      CHECK BOARD (18460AA040)

    9. Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>INSTALLATION .
    10. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
    11. Connect the probe of oscilloscope to ST (CHECK BOARD).
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      Terminal No. Probe
      13 +
      26 -
    12. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    13. Lift up the vehicle.
      CAUTION:
      • Lift up the vehicle until the tire bottom is 0.3 m (0.98 ft) or more above the ground. 
      • Make sure that safety is secured where the tiers rotate. 
    14. Turn OFF the pre-collision brake function.
    15. Turn the VDC function OFF.
    16. Release the parking brake.
    17. Shift the select lever to "D range".
    18. Release the brake pedal, and rotate the tires.
    19. Check the output waveforms and output voltage.
      NOTE:

      For the output waveform and output voltage, refer to "TRANSMISSION (DIAGNOSTICS)". Ref. to  TRANSMISSION (DIAGNOSTICS)>TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) I/O SIGNAL>WAVEFORM>SENSOR  . 

  3. After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • When connecting the connector to the TCM, move the lock lever and confirm that a clicking sound is heard. 
    • Insert the transmission case cover (front) between transmission case cover (rear) and transmission body. 
    • When inserting, be careful that the insulator inside transmission case cover is not turned over. 
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    Tightening torque: 

    7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

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    Tightening torque: 

    32.3 N.m (3.3 kgf-m, 23.8 ft-lb)

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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.