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Oil Temperature Sensor: Inspection

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. Check that the oil temperature sensor has no deformation, cracks or other damages.
  2. Check the resistance between the oil temperature sensor terminals.
Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between Oil Temperature Sensor Terminals
G06344640Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Terminal No. Standard
1 and 2 2.45±0.2 (when 20°C (68°F))