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2009 SUBARU LEGACY

2.5L H4AWDCVTgas
13 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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C0320moderate severityChassis

Ride Height Sensor Circuit Front Left

on 2009 Subaru Legacy 2.5L H4 · AWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the front left ride height sensor used by the suspension control system.

Symptoms

  • Suspension warning light
  • Incorrect ride height at front left
  • Vehicle may default to lowest setting
  • Self-leveling headlights incorrect

Common causes

  • Faulty ride height sensor
  • Sensor linkage disconnected or bent
  • Wiring damage
  • Sensor corroded from road spray

Diagnostic steps

  1. Read ride height sensor value with scan tool
  2. Move sensor arm by hand and watch for signal change
  3. Inspect sensor linkage connection
  4. Check wiring and connector for damage
  5. Compare to other ride height sensors

Repair notes

Replace ride height sensor. Reconnect or replace linkage arm.

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