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2004 SUBARU LEGACY

3.0L H6AWDCVTgas
11 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0150low severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Audio Amplifier Module

on 2004 Subaru Legacy 3.0L H6 · AWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the audio system amplifier module.

Symptoms

  • No sound from speakers
  • Audio system not responding
  • Radio display works but no output
  • Infotainment audio features limited

Common causes

  • Amplifier module failure
  • CAN bus or MOST bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • Fiber optic cable damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check amplifier fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check data bus wiring
  4. Inspect fiber optic connections if applicable
  5. Test amplifier with direct input

Repair notes

Check fuses. On vehicles with MOST bus (BMW, Mercedes), check fiber optic connections.

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