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Check Back-Up Light Switch (Mt Model)

  1. Disconnect the back-up light switch connector.
  2. Measure the resistance between back-up light switch terminals.

    Preparation tool: Circuit tester 

    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Back-Up Light Switch Terminals
    G06653413Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Specification
    1 - 2 When shift lever is set in reverse position Less than 1 Ω
    Other positions 1 MΩ or more
  3. Replace the back-up light switch if the inspection result is not within the standard value.