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Check Accelerator Pedal Sensor Area (Method With Circuit Tester)

  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  2. Remove the ECM. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Engine Control Module (ECM). > < Ref. to REMOVAL , Engine Control Module (ECM). >
  3. 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

  4. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  5. Turn the ignition switch to ON. (Engine OFF)
  6. 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
      G10308814Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Sub sensor side
      Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between ECM Connector Terminals Using ST - Sub Sensor Side
      G10308815Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      Accelerator pedal sensor Accelerator pedal Terminal No. Standard
      Main Not depressed (full closed) 29 (+) and 33 (-) 0.3 - 1.1 V
      Depressed (full opened) 2.3 - 3.8 V
      Sub Not depressed (full closed) 31 (+) and 34 (-) 0.3 - 1.1 V
      Depressed (full opened) 2.3 - 3.8 V
  7. After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.