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Oil Temperature Sensor: 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 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
    G08315385Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Terminal No. Standard
    1 and 2 Approx. 2.45±0.2 kΩ (when 20°C (68°F))