Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Subaru Baja Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Transmission Control Device: Removal
- Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Extract the torque converter clutch assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Remove the input shaft.
- Lift-up the lever behind the transmission harness connector and disconnect it from stay.
- Disconnect the air breather hoses. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Disconnect the inhibitor switch connector from stay.
- Wrap the nipple attached to the air breather hose around with a vinyl tape.
- Remove pitching stopper bracket.
- Remove the inhibitor switch.
- Remove the control valve body assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Pull off the straight pin of manual plate.
- Remove the bolts securing select lever, then remove the select lever, manual plate and parking rod.NOTE: Be careful not to damage the lips of the press-fitted oil seal in the case.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.