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Rear Gate Latch Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the resistance between rear gate latch switch terminals.

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Rear Gate Latch Switch Terminals
G05663450Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
RESISTANCE REFERENCE CHART

Switch position Terminal No. Standard
When rear gate is opened 1 and 2 Less than 1 Ω
When rear gate is closed 1 MΩ or more