2009 Subaru Outback LimitedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Front Vehicle Speed Sensor: Installation

  1. Pass the transmission harness assembly through the hole of the transmission case.
    Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Harness Assembly
    G05002532Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Connect the control valve connector and transmission ground.

    Tightening torque: 8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Identifying Control Valve Connector And Transmission Ground Terminal
    G06337199Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Apply proper amount of liquid gasket to the entire oil pan mating surface.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1217B (Part No. K0877YA020) or equivalent 

    Fig 3: Identifying Liquid Gasket Applying Areas On Oil Pan Mating Surface
    G05002534Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Fill the 3 locations of the transmission case excluding the bolt holes with liquid gasket.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1217B (Part No. K0877YA020) or equivalent 

    Fig 4: Locating Liquid Gasket Applying Locations On Bolt Holes
    G05956004Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the oil pan by equally tightening the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb) 

  6. Install the front vehicle speed sensor and torque converter turbine speed sensor.

    Tightening torque: 7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb) 

  7. Connect the connector to the rear vehicle speed sensor.
  8. Install the ATF inlet and outlet pipes.
    NOTE: Use a new copper washer.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1. 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) 

    T2:40 N.m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb) 

    T3:45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 5: Identifying ATF Inlet And Outlet Pipes With Mounting Bolts
    G05956005Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install the transmission rear crossmember bolt.

    Tightening torque: 75 N.m (7.6 kgf-m, 55.3 ft-lb) 

  10. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to INSTALLATION , Propeller Shaft.
  11. Install the heat shield cover.
    Fig 6: Identifying Heat Shield Cover
    G05019661Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Install the front, center and rear exhaust pipes, and the muffler. Refer to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe. Refer to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe. Refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe. Refer to INSTALLATION , Muffler.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Install the transmission harness connector to the stay.
  15. Install the pitching stopper. Refer to INSTALLATION , Transmission Mounting System.
  16. Install the air intake chamber. Refer to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Chamber.
  17. Fill with the same amount of ATF as drained. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID .
  18. Bleed the air of control valve. Refer to AIR BLEEDING OF CONTROL VALVE .
  19. Inspect the level of ATF. Refer to INSPECTION , Automatic Transmission Fluid.
  20. Execute the learning control promotion. Refer to FACILITATION OF LEARNING CONTROL , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor.
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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.