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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2008FORESTER F4-2.5L DOHC TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINMANUAL TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLEAPPLICATION AND IDSHIFTER FORK AND ROD
2008 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC Turbo
Shifter Fork and Rod
2008 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC TurboSECTION Shifter Fork and Rod
SHIFTER FORK AND ROD
Select a suitable shifter fork so that both the coupling sleeve and reverse driven gear are positioned in the center of their synchromesh mechanisms.
Rod end clearance
A: 3rd - 4th - 5th 0.5 - 1.3 mm (0.020 - 0.051 in)
B: 1st - 2nd - 3rd - 4th 0.4 - 1.4 mm (0.016 - 0.055 in)




Select a suitable shifter fork so that both the coupling sleeve and reverse driven gear are positioned in the center of their synchromesh mechanisms.
Rod end clearance
A: 3rd - 4th - 5th 0.5 - 1.3 mm (0.020 - 0.051 in)
B: 1st - 2nd - 3rd - 4th 0.4 - 1.4 mm (0.016 - 0.055 in)
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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.