2012 Subaru Outback Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Reduction Driven Gear: Installation

  1. Install the straight pin to reduction driven gear assembly.
    Fig 1: Locating Straight Pin (View 2 Of 2)
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  2. Fit the straight pin portion to the recess portion of transmission case and install the reduction driven gear and install the snap ring.
    Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Case With Reduction Driven Gear And Snap Ring
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  3. Select the snap ring. Refer to , ADJUSTMENT , Reduction Driven Gear.
  4. Replace with the selected snap ring.
    NOTE: If the clearance measured in Step  3) is within standard, the snap ring replacement is not necessary.
  5. Install the forward clutch assembly. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Forward Clutch Assembly.
  6. Install the intermediate case. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Intermediate Case.
  7. Install the transfer reduction driven gear assembly. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Transfer Reduction Driven Gear.
  8. Install the transfer clutch assembly. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Transfer Clutch.
  9. Install the rear drive shaft. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Rear Drive Shaft.
  10. Install the extension case. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Extension Case.
  11. Install the transmission to vehicle. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.
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