Check Accelerator Pedal Sensor Area (Method With Circuit Tester)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2016 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
Remove the ECM. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Engine Control Module (ECM). > < Ref. to REMOVAL , Engine Control Module (ECM). >
Install the ST between the ECM and bulkhead harness and the engine harness. < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. > < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. >
ST 18460AA050 CHECK BOARD
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
Turn the ignition switch to ON. (Engine OFF)

Measure the voltage between ECM connector terminals using ST.

Main sensor side

Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between ECM Connector Terminals Using ST - Main Sensor Side
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Sub sensor side

Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between ECM Connector Terminals Using ST - Sub Sensor Side

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Accelerator pedal sensor	Accelerator pedal	Terminal No.	Standard
Main	Not depressed (full closed)	29 (+) and 33 (-)	0.3 - 1.1 V
Main	Depressed (full opened)	29 (+) and 33 (-)	2.3 - 3.8 V
Sub	Not depressed (full closed)	31 (+) and 34 (-)	0.3 - 1.1 V
Sub	Depressed (full opened)	31 (+) and 34 (-)	2.3 - 3.8 V

After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.