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.

2008 Subaru Tribeca BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Removal

Set the vehicle on a lift.
Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
Shift the select lever to "N" range.
Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Exhaust Pipe . > < Ref. to REMOVAL , Muffler . >
Remove the heat shield cover.
Remove the cable from arm assembly.

Fig 1: Identifying Adjusting Nut And Arm Assembly
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Raise the pawl of clamp to remove the cable.

Fig 2: Identifying Claw For Clamp
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Lower the vehicle.
Remove the console box. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Console Box . >
Remove the center console. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Center Console . >
Remove all harnesses from the select lever.

Fig 3: Identifying Harnesses On Select Lever
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Disconnect the connectors, and then remove the four bolts to take out the select lever assembly from vehicle body.

Fig 4: Locating Select Lever Assembly Bolts
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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.

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