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Clutch Switch: Inspection

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

    Specified position: 

    1. L:  2+1.5/0 mm (0.079+0059/0 in)
    Fig 1: Identifying Clutch Switch Stopping Position
    G02862731Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Check 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 

    1. When clutch pedal depressed:  1 - 2/Less than 1Ω

    Terminals/Specified resistance 

    1. When clutch pedal not depressed:  1 - 2/More than 1MΩ
    • Clutch switch (Starter interlock)
      Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Clutch Switch Terminals (Starter Interlock)
      G02862732Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Clutch switch (With cruise control)
Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between Clutch Switch Terminals (With Cruise Control)
G02862733Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.