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Control Valve Body: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Subaru Ascent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Check for oil leaks.
  2. Check that there is no deformation, cracks or other damages.
  3. Measure the resistance of each solenoid.
    NOTE: Measurement should be performed at 20°C (68°F).
    G13621970Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Solenoid Terminal No. Standard
    Line pressure solenoid No. 1 - Control valve body 3.3 - 7.3 Ω
    Lock-up duty solenoid No. 2 - Control valve body 10 - 14.2 Ω
    F&R solenoid No. 3 - Control valve body 3.5 - 7.1 Ω
    Secondary solenoid No. 4 - Control valve body 3.3 - 7.3 Ω
    Oil pump ON/OFF solenoid No. 5 - Control valve body 12.5 - 19.5 Ω
    Primary DOWN solenoid No. 6 - Control valve body 10 - 14.2 Ω
    Primary UP solenoid No. 7 - Control valve body 10 - 14.2 Ω
    AWD solenoid No. 8 - Control valve body 3.3 - 7.3 Ω