2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Installation

  1. Install the select cable to plate assembly.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    T: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Identifying Plate Assembly Bolts
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  2. Install the select cable to range select lever.
  3. Install the plate assembly to transmission.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    24.5 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 2: Identifying Plate Assembly And Select Cable
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  4. Install the washer and snap pin to range select lever.
    Fig 3: Identifying Range Select Lever, Washer And Snap Pin
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  5. Install new clamp paying attention to the installing direction shown in illustration.
    Fig 4: Identifying Clamp
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  6. Insert the tip of inner cable into connector hole of select lever, and fix the cable to bracket.
    Fig 5: Identifying Tip Of Inner Cable Into Connector Hole
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  7. Shift the select lever to the "N" range, and then adjust the select cable position. < Refer to ADJUSTMENTΒ , SELECT CABLE. >
  8. Install the heat shield cover.
  9. Install the front, center and rear exhaust pipe, and the muffler. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe. > < Refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe. > < Refer to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.