2001 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever

Fig 1: Identifying Select Lever Components
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Tightening torque: N.m (kg-m, ft-lb)Β 

T1:Β  4.5+/-1.5 (0.46+/-0.15, 3.3+/-1.1)

T2:Β  18+/-5 (1.8+/-0.5, 13.0+/-3.6)

T3:Β  32+/-10 (3.3+/-1.0, 24+/-7)

Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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