2013 Subaru Outback LimitedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Installation

  1. Install the select cable to plate assembly.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    T: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Plate Assembly Select Cable With Torque Specifications
    G06651751Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the select cable to range select lever.
  3. Install the plate assembly to transmission.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    T: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)Β 

    • CVT model
      Fig 2: Select Cable And Plate Assembly With Torque Specifications (CVT Model)
      G08578430Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • AT model
      Fig 3: Select Cable And Plate Assembly With Torque Specifications (AT Model)
      G08578431Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the washer and snap pin to the shifter arm.
    • CVT model
      Fig 4: Identifying Shifter Arm, Snap Pin, Select Cable, Plate Assembly And Washer (CVT Model)
      G08578432Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • AT model
      Fig 5: Identifying Shifter Arm, Snap Pin, Select Cable, Plate Assembly And Washer (AT Model)
      G08578433Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install new clamp paying attention to the installing direction.
    Fig 6: Installing Clamp
    G08578434Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Insert the tip of inner cable into connector hole of select lever, and fix the cable to bracket.
    Fig 7: Inserting Tip Of Inner Cable Into Connector Hole Of Select Lever
    G06651757Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Shift the select lever to the "N" range, and then adjust the select cable position. Refer to ADJUSTMENTΒ .
  8. Install the heat shield cover.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 8: Identifying Heat Shield Cover
    G06651705Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install the front exhaust pipe and rear exhaust pipe.
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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.

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