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Secondary Speed Sensor: Inspection

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  1. Remove the bulkhead harness connector from TCM. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Transmission Control Module (TCM). >
  2. Set the ST between the TCM and bulkhead harness.

    ST 18460AA040 CHECK BOARD

  3. Set the probe of oscilloscope to the check board connector.

    Terminals: 

    No. 13 (+) - No. 26 (-) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Check Board Connector Terminals
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  4. Start and warm up the engine.
  5. Check the waveform of secondary speed sensor with engine idling.
    NOTE: The waveform cycle changes as the speed changes.
    Fig 2: Secondary Speed Sensor Signal Waveform
    G09482005Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.