P1096moderate severityPowertrain
Tumble Generator Valve Circuit 2 Open
on 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD
What this code means
The PCM has detected an open circuit in the Tumble Generator Valve 2 actuator circuit on the left-hand bank. This is the left bank counterpart of P1094.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- TGV 2 LH does not operate
- Minor emissions and efficiency impact
Common causes
- Broken wire in TGV 2 circuit
- Disconnected LH actuator connector
- Corroded pins
- Open motor winding in actuator
- PCM output circuit open
Diagnostic steps
- Test TGV 2 actuator motor resistance
- Inspect LH actuator connector
- Check wiring continuity
- Verify PCM drive signal
- Compare with RH actuator readings
Repair notes
Repair open wiring or replace the LH TGV actuator.
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