2008 Subaru Tribeca BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Assembly

  1. Clean all the parts before assembly.
  2. Apply NIGTIGHT LYW No. 2 grease or equivalent to each part. < Ref. to AT SELECT LEVERΒ , COMPONENT, General Description . >
  3. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
    NOTE:
    • Refer to "COMPONENT" for each tightening torque. < Ref. to AT SELECT LEVERΒ , COMPONENT, General Description . >
    • When pressing in the shift position pin, insert from the left side of the vehicle.
    • Affix the harness of the shift button switch and the mode change switch at the marked positions.
      Fig 1: Locating Harness Of Shift Button Switch
      G05031935Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Connect the terminals of all switches to the respective connectors.
      Fig 2: Identifying Connector Terminal Locations
      G05664318Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. After completing installation, shift the select lever from the "P" range to the "D" range, then check whether or not the selection indicator in the combination meter and the select lever position matches. Also check whether the pointer and position mark matches, and what the operating force is.
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  • 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.
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