Clutch Switch: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If the clutch switch (cruise control) does not operate properly (or if it does not stop at the specified position), replace with a new one.
Specified position: L

2 ^+1.5/0 mm (0.079 ^+0.059/0 in)

Fig 1: Checking Clutch Switch Function
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Check the clutch switch continuity. If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.
1. Disconnect the clutch switch connector.
2. Measure the resistance between 1 and 2 of switch terminal.
Terminals/Specified resistance

When clutch pedal depressed:

1 - 2/Less than 1 Ω

Terminals/Specified resistance

When clutch pedal not depressed:

1 - 2/More than 1 MΩ

Clutch switch (Cruise control)

Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 1 & 2 Of Switch (Cruise Control)
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Clutch switch (Starter interlock)

Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 1 & 2 Of Switch (Starter Interlock)
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Confirm that the engine does not start when the clutch pedal is not depressed. If the engine starts, adjust the clutch switch, and inspect the starter interlock circuit.
Confirm that the engine starts when the clutch pedal is fully depressed. If the engine does not start, adjust the clutch switch, and inspect the starter interlock circuit.