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Throttle Sensor (Method With Circuit Tester)

  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the ECM. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Engine Control Module (ECM)>REMOVAL .
  3. Attach the ST between the ECM and bulkhead wiring harness. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>General Description>CAUTION .

    ST 18460AA050 CHECK BOARD 

  4. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
  5. Turn the ignition switch to ON. (Engine OFF)
  6. Measure the voltage between ECM connector terminals using ST.
    G12505309Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Throttle sensor Accelerator pedal Terminal No. Standard
    Main Not depressed (full closed) 29 (+) and 34 (-) Approx. 0.6 - 1.2 V
    Depressed (full opened) Approx. 3.8 - 4.4 V
    Sub Not depressed (full closed) 31 (+) and 34 (-) Approx. 1.4 - 2.0 V
    Depressed (full opened) Approx. 4.0 - 4.6 V
  7. After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.