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Oil Control Solenoid: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2016 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Check that the oil control solenoid has no deformation, cracks or other damages.
  2. Measure the resistance between the oil control solenoid terminals.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Oil Control Solenoid Terminals
    G08315385Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Standard
    1 and 2 7.25±0.4 Ω (when 20°C (68°F))