Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Inspection

1. Check if there is anything that affects sensing, around the sunload sensor.

(1) Is the sunload sensor free from any object that disturbs sensing?

(2) Is the windshield glass free from any object such as sticker or film that disturbs sensing?

• Yes > Go to step 2).

• No > Remove everything that affects sensing.

2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, check «Quantity of Sunload».

NOTE:

For detailed operation procedures, refer to “Application help”.

(1) Cover the sunload sensor with cloth.

(2) Does the «Quantity of Sunload» indicate 0 W/m2 when the direct sunlight is shielded?

• Yes > Go to step 3).

• No > Replace the sunload sensor.

3. From step 2), expose the sunload sensor to light.

(1) Place intense light such as incandescent light at 300 mm (11.81 in) or less from the sunload sensor.

(2) Does «Quantity of Sunload» indicate 2,000 W/m2 or less?

CAUTION:

The value changes depending on the angle of light.

• Yes > The sunload sensor is normal.

• No > Replace the sunload sensor.

Sunload sensor (auto a/c model)

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