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2013 SUBARU LEGACY

2.5L H4AWDCVTgas
12 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0261low severityBody

Convertible Top Position Sensor

on 2013 Subaru Legacy 2.5L H4 · AWD

What this code means

The convertible top position sensor is not reporting valid data, preventing automatic top operation.

Symptoms

  • Top auto-open/close not working
  • Top stops at random positions
  • Must manually assist top movement
  • Control module error

Common causes

  • Faulty position sensor
  • Sensor wiring damage
  • Sensor misaligned
  • Control module needs recalibration

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check position sensor output
  2. Inspect sensor alignment
  3. Test wiring
  4. Attempt recalibration procedure

Repair notes

Replace or realign position sensor. Recalibrate top control module.

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