2002 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the packing.
  2. Remove the grip.
  3. Remove the indicator bulb from indicator cover.
  4. Remove the indicator cover.
    Fig 1: Removing Indicator Bulb From Indicator Cover
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  5. Remove the blind.
    Fig 2: Removing Sift Level Blind
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  6. Remove the clip, and then remove the guide plate.
    Fig 3: Removing Clip & Guide Plate
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  7. Remove the clamp, and then remove the shift lock solenoid.
    Fig 4: Removing Clamp & Shift Lock Solenoid
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  8. Remove the spring, and button.
    Fig 5: Removing Spring, & Button
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  9. Remove the cushion plate.
    Fig 6: Removing Cushion Plate
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  10. Remove the clip, and then remove the "P" range switch.
    Fig 7: Removing Clip & Range Switch
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  11. Remove the lock plate.
    Fig 8: Removing Lock Plate
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  12. Remove the grommet, and then remove the spring pin.
    Fig 9: Removing Grommet & Spring Pin
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  13. Remove the arm, and then remove the select lever assembly from guide plate.
    Fig 10: Removing Arm, & Select Lever Assembly From Guide Plate
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  14. Remove the spring and detent arm.
    Fig 11: Removing Spring & Detent Arm
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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.