2001 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Transmission Control Device: Installation

  1. Install detention spring to transmission case.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.3 ft-lb)
    Fig 1: Installing Detention Spring To Transmission Case
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  2. Insert range select lever, and tighten bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.3 ft-lb)
    Fig 2: Inserting Range Select Lever & Tightening Bolt
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  3. Insert manual lever and parking rod.
    Fig 3: Inserting Manual Lever & Parking Rod
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  4. Insert spring pin to manual lever.
    Fig 4: Inserting Spring Pin To Manual Lever
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  5. Install control valve assembly. See Control Valve Body Assembly  .
  6. Apply proper amount of liquid gasket to the entire oil pan mating surface.

    Liquid gasket: 

    1. THREE BOND 1217B
    Fig 5: Applying Liquid Gasket
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  7. Turn over the transmission case to its original position.
  8. Install pitching stopper bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft-lb)
  9. Install air breather hose. See INSTALLATION  .
  10. Install inhibitor switch and adjust the inhibitor switch by referring to Supplement AT section.
  11. Insert inhibitor switch and transmission connector into stay.
    Fig 6: Inserting Inhibitor Switch & Transmission Connector
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  12. Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the bushing.

    Normal protrusion A: 

    1. 50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 in)
    Fig 7: Identifying Protrusion "A"
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  13. Install the torque converter clutch assembly. See INSTALLATION  .
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.