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Back-up Light Switch: Inspection

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the intercooler. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Intercooler.>
  3. Disconnect the transmission harness and chassis harness.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Transmission Harness And Chassis Harness
    G10268996Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Measure the resistance between the back-up light switch terminals. If it is not within the specification, replace the back-up light switch.
Gear shift position Terminal No. Standard
Back position 3 and 6 Less than 1 Ω
Other positions 1 MΩ or more
Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Back-Up Light Switch Terminals
G05003270Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.