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U01152015 Model Year TelemetryCritical Severity

U0115 on 2015 Subaru Outback

Lost Communication with ECM/PCM B

Technical troubleshooting wire for fault code U0115 specifically tailored for the 2015 Subaru Outback. Includes wiring sensor pinouts, freeze frame PID parameters, and step-by-step diagnostic tree.

2015 Engine Control Module (ECM) Specific Calibration
Subaru Outback2015 Outback
2015 Subaru Outback
SUV2.5L Boxer-4 (FB25D 182HP) / 2.4L Turbocharged Boxer-4 (FA24F 260HP XT)
2015 Stats
Vehicle
2015 Outback
2.5L Boxer-4 (FB25D 182HP) / 2.4L Turbocharged Boxer-4 (FA24F 260HP XT)
ECU Subsystem
Automotive OBD-II
SAE Mode $01 & $02
Est. Repair Cost
$150 - $800
OEM Parts & DIY
Urgency Level
Critical
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Common 2015 Outback Symptoms

  • Multiple warning lights
  • Limp mode
  • No start

Likely Root Causes on 2015 Outback

  • CAN bus wire short/open
  • Blown ECM fuse
  • Faulty secondary ECM/PCM

Step-by-Step Fix Protocol for 2015 Subaru Outback

Step 1: Scan & Record Freeze Frame Data

Connect an OBD-II scanner to the DLC port under the driver dashboard. Record engine RPM, Short Term / Long Term Fuel Trim (STFT/LTFT), and engine coolant temperature at the moment U0115 set.

Step 2: Inspect Wiring Harness & Pin Voltages

Inspect the sensor connector on the 2015 Outback engine bay. Use a multimeter to verify reference voltage (5.0V / 12.0V) and ground continuity.

Step 3: Component Replacement & PCM Reset

Replace the verified defective component using OEM or equivalent grade parts. Clear DTC U0115 and complete an EPA drive cycle to verify readiness monitors set to READY.

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