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Ignition Key Lock: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the instrument panel lower cover.
  2. Remove the lower column cover.
  3. Unfasten the hold down clip which secures harness and disconnect the connector of ignition switch from body harness.
  4. Turn the ignition key plate to each position and check the continuity between terminals of ignition connector.
    Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Terminals Of Ignition Connector Chart
    G02089692Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

    If NG, replace the ignition switch.