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Check Trunk Lid Latch Switch

  1. Disconnect the trunk lid latch switch connector.
  2. Measure the resistance between trunk lid latch switch terminals.

    Preparation tool: Circuit tester 

    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Trunk Lid Latch Switch Terminals
    G06653418Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Specification
    2 - 3 When trunk lid is opened Less than 1 Ω
    When trunk lid is closed 1 MΩ or more
  3. If the inspection result is not within the standard value, replace the trunk lid latch and actuator assembly.