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.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2007FORESTER F4-2.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAUL (TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS)TRANSMISSION CONTROL DEVICE
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L SOHC
Transmission Control Device
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L SOHCSECTION Transmission Control Device
Transmission Control Device
REMOVAL
1. Remove the transmission assembly from vehicle body.
2. Pull out the torque converter clutch assembly.
3. Remove the input shaft.
4. Lift-up the lever on the rear side of transmission harness connector, and then disconnect it from the stay.
5. Disconnect the air breather hose.
6. Disconnect the inhibitor switch connector from the stay.
7. Wrap vinyl tape around the nipple attached to the air breather hose.
8. Remove the pitching stopper bracket.
9. Remove the inhibitor switch.
10. Remove the control valve body assembly.
11. Pull out the manual plate spring pin.
12. Remove the bolts securing the range select lever, then remove the range select lever, manual plate and parking rod.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the lips of press-fitted oil seal in the case.
13. Remove the detention spring.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the detention spring to the transmission case.
Tightening torque: 6 Nm (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft. lbs.)
2. Insert the range select lever, and then tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque: 6 Nm (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft. lbs.)
3. Insert the manual plate and parking rod.
4. Insert the spring pin to the manual plate.
5. Install the oil pan and the control valve assembly.
6. Turn over the transmission case to its original position.
7. Install the pitching stopper bracket.
Tightening torque: 41 Nm (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft. lbs.)
8. Install and adjust the inhibitor switch.
9. Insert the inhibitor switch and transmission connector to the stay.
10. Install the air breather hose.
11. Insert the input shaft while rotating it lightly by hand, and then check the amount of protrusion.
Normal protrusion A: 50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 inch)
12. Install the torque converter clutch assembly.
13. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle.
INSPECTION
Make sure that the manual lever and detention spring are not worn or otherwise damaged.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the transmission assembly from vehicle body.
2. Pull out the torque converter clutch assembly.
3. Remove the input shaft.
4. Lift-up the lever on the rear side of transmission harness connector, and then disconnect it from the stay.
5. Disconnect the air breather hose.
6. Disconnect the inhibitor switch connector from the stay.
7. Wrap vinyl tape around the nipple attached to the air breather hose.
8. Remove the pitching stopper bracket.
9. Remove the inhibitor switch.
10. Remove the control valve body assembly.
11. Pull out the manual plate spring pin.
12. Remove the bolts securing the range select lever, then remove the range select lever, manual plate and parking rod.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the lips of press-fitted oil seal in the case.
13. Remove the detention spring.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the detention spring to the transmission case.
Tightening torque: 6 Nm (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft. lbs.)
2. Insert the range select lever, and then tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque: 6 Nm (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft. lbs.)
3. Insert the manual plate and parking rod.
4. Insert the spring pin to the manual plate.
5. Install the oil pan and the control valve assembly.
6. Turn over the transmission case to its original position.
7. Install the pitching stopper bracket.
Tightening torque: 41 Nm (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft. lbs.)
8. Install and adjust the inhibitor switch.
9. Insert the inhibitor switch and transmission connector to the stay.
10. Install the air breather hose.
11. Insert the input shaft while rotating it lightly by hand, and then check the amount of protrusion.
Normal protrusion A: 50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 inch)
12. Install the torque converter clutch assembly.
13. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle.
INSPECTION
Make sure that the manual lever and detention spring are not worn or otherwise damaged.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.