2001 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Installation

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  1. Install the select cable to plate assembly.

    Tightening torque:Β  18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)

  2. Install the select cable to range select lever.
  3. Install the plate assembly to transmission.

    Tightening torque:Β  T: 24.5 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)

    Fig 1: Installing Plate Assembly To Transmission
    G01998696Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the washer and snap pin to range select lever.
    Fig 2: Installing Washer & Snap Pin
    G01998697Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Insert the thread portion of the other inner cable and into connector hole of the select lever, and fix the other outer cable end to bracket.

    Tightening torque:Β  18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)

  6. Move the select lever to the "N" position, then adjust the select cable position. See ADJUSTMENTΒ  .
  7. Install the heat shield cover. (If equipped)
  8. Install the front and center exhaust pipe. (Non-turbo model) See INSTALLATION (FRONT EXHAUST PIPE) .
  9. Install the center exhaust pipe. (Turbo model) See INSTALLATION (CENTER EXHAUST PIPE) .
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