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1996 SUBARU LEGACY

2.2L H4AWDCVTgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1096moderate severityPowertrain

Tumble Generator Valve Circuit 2 Open

on 1996 Subaru Legacy 2.2L 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

  1. Test TGV 2 actuator motor resistance
  2. Inspect LH actuator connector
  3. Check wiring continuity
  4. Verify PCM drive signal
  5. Compare with RH actuator readings

Repair notes

Repair open wiring or replace the LH TGV actuator.

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