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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2004BAJA BASE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 54 (A/T CONTROL SYSTEMS)M/T GEAR SHIFT LEVERREMOVAL

2004 Subaru Baja Base, Standard

M/T Gear Shift Lever: Removal

2004 Subaru Baja Base, StandardSECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Set the vehicle on the lift.
Remove the gear shift knob.
Disconnect the ground terminal from battery.
Remove the console box. See CONSOLE BOX .
Remove the boot plate from body.

Fig 1: Removing Boot Plate From Body
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Lift-up the vehicle.
Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
Remove the heat shield cover. (If equipped)
Remove the stay from transmission bracket.

Fig 2: Removing Stay From Transmission Bracket
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Remove the rod from joint.

Fig 3: Removing Rod From Joint
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Remove the cushion rubber from body.

Fig 4: Removing Cushion Rubber From Body
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Remove the joint and then extract the spring pin.

Fig 5: Removing Joint & Then Extract The Spring Pin
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Lower the vehicle.
Remove the gear shift lever.

Fig 6: Removing Gear Shift Lever
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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.