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Check Resistance

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 stop light switch connector.
  2. Measure the resistance between stop light switch terminals.

    Preparation tool: Circuit tester 

    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Stop Light Switch Terminals
    G07915693Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard
    2 - 3 When brake pedal is depressed Less than 1 Ω
    When brake pedal is released 1 MΩ or more
  3. Replace the stop light switch if the inspection result is not within the standard value.