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Check Trunk Lid Latch Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Outback and 2012 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the trunk lid latch switch connector.
  2. Measure the resistance between trunk lid latch switch terminals.

    Preparation tool: Circuit tester 

    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Trunk Lid Latch Switch Terminals
    G06653418Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Specification
    2 - 3 When trunk lid is opened Less than 1 Ω
    When trunk lid is closed 1 MΩ or more
  3. If the inspection result is not within the standard value, replace the trunk lid latch and actuator assembly.