Inhibitor Switch: Adjustment

2004 Subaru Baja Base, StandardSECTION Adjustment
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  1. Shift the select lever to "N" range.
  2. Loosen the three inhibitor switch securing bolts.
  3. Insert the ST as vertical as possible into the holes in inhibitor switch lever and switch body.
    Fig 1: Loosening Inhibitor Switch Securing Bolts
    G00917500Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Tighten the three inhibitor switch bolts.
    1. Tightening torque: 3.5 N.m (0.35 kgf.m, 2.5 ft.lb) 
  5. Repeat the above checks. If the inhibitor switch is determined to be "faulty", replace it.
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