2001 Subaru Outback Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transmission Assembly: Removal

  1. Open front hood fully, and support with stay.
  2. Disconnect battery ground terminal.
  3. Remove air intake duct and cleaner case.
  4. Remove air cleaner case stay.
    Fig 1: Removing Air Cleaner Case Stay
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  5. Disconnect the following connectors.
    1. Oxygen sensor connector
      Fig 2: Disconnecting Oxygen Sensor Connector
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    2. Transmission harness connector
      Fig 3: Disconnecting Transmission Harness Connector
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    3. Transmission ground terminal
  6. Remove starter.
  7. Remove pitching stopper.
    Fig 4: Removing Pitching Stopper
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  8. Separate torque converter clutch from drive plate.
    1. Remove service hole plug.
    2. Remove bolts which hold torque converter clutch to drive plate.
    3. While rotating the engine, remove other bolts using ST.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to drop bolts into torque converter clutch housing.

    ST 499977100 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH

    Fig 5: Identifying ST 499977100 Crank Pulley Wrench
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  9. Install ST to torque converter clutch case. See  9.

    ST 498277200 STOPPER SET

    Fig 6: Installing ST To Torque Converter Clutch Case
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  10. Remove ATF level gauge.
    CAUTION: Plug opening to prevent entry of foreign particles into transmission fluid.
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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.

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