2003 Subaru Outback (BP) — Repair Solution

2.5L EJ253 4cyl 16v SOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Throttle Body Problem · Engine

Subaru Outback (BP) Throttle Body Problem Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Outback (BP)
Year: 2003
Engine: 2.5L EJ253 4cyl 16v SOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Throttle Body Problem

Customer Complaint

The vehicle was idling too low.

Problem Summary

This was an EJ25 automatic.

A head gasket job had been done after which the engine was reinstalled and all components, including the battery, were connected.

After starting, the engine idles too low and the idle control would not relearn.

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBBP03121
Vehicle2003 Subaru Outback (BP)
Engine2.5L EJ253 4cyl 16v SOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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