2001 Subaru Outback VDCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Installation

  1. Install select cable to plate assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 32 N.m (3.3 kgf-m, 24 ft-lb) 
  2. Install select cable to range select lever.
  3. Install plate assembly to transmission.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. T: 24.5 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb) 
      Fig 1: Installing Plate Assembly
      G02036908
  4. Install snap pin to range select lever.
    Fig 2: Installing Snap Pin
    G02036909
  5. Move the select lever to the "N" position, then adjust the select cable position. See ADJUSTMENT .
  6. Install heat shield cover.
    Fig 3: Installing Heat Shield Cover
    G02036910
  7. Install rear exhaust pipe to muffler.
  8. Install under cover.
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