Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2001 Subaru Forester L, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Select Cable: Installation
- Install select cable to plate assembly.
Tightening torque: 32+/-10 N.m (3.3+/-1.0 kg-m, 24+/-7 ft-lb)
- Install select cable to range select lever.
- Install select cable bracket to body.
Tightening torque: 25+/-7 N.m (2.5+/-0.7 kg-m, 18.1+/-5.1 ft-lb)
- Install plate assembly to transmission.
Tightening torque:
T: 24.5+/-2.0 N.m (2.5+/-0.2 kg-m, 18.1+/-1.4 ft-lb)
- Install snap pin to range select lever.
- Move the select lever to the "N" position, then adjust the select cable position. See SELECT CABLE .
- Install heat shield cover.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • 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.