Clutch Switch: Inspection

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Confirm that the engine does not start when the clutch pedal is released. 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.
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.
1. Terminals/Specified resistance
  When clutch pedal depressed: 1 - 2/Less than 1 Ω
2. Terminals/Specified resistance
  When clutch pedal not depressed: 1 - 2/More than 1 M Ω
  
  Clutch switch (Starter interlock)
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between 1 & 2 Of Clutch Switch (Starter Interlock) Terminal
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  
  Clutch switch (Cruise control)
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between 1 & 2 Of Clutch Switch (Cruise Control) Terminal
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.