2001 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Disassembly

  1. Remove four washers and then detach rubber boot.
  2. Remove bolts and then remove cable bracket and plate.
    Fig 1: Removing Cable Bracket And Plate
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  3. Twist the select lever grip and then remove select lever grip.
  4. Detach indicator cover.
  5. Disconnect connector and then remove solenoid assembly.
    Fig 2: Removing Solenoid Assembly
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  6. Remove pattern plate.
  7. Remove stopper.
    Fig 3: Removing Pattern Plate & Stopper
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  8. Tilt lever forward and pull down to separate it from frame.
    Fig 4: Separating Lever From Frame
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  9. Remove spring.
    CAUTION: Wear goggles. Do not allow spring to fly out during removal.
  10. Remove bolt and then disconnect lever upper and lever lower.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Upper & Lower Levers
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