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.

2013 Subaru TribecaFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Assembly

Clean all the parts before assembly.
Apply specified greases or equivalent to each part.
- Multemp AC-D or equivalent
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Grease Applying Areas (Multemp AC-D)
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- Multemp SH-W or equivalent
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Grease Applying Areas (Multemp SH-W)
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- Permalube BAN-5 or equivalent
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Grease Applying Areas (Permalube BAN-5)
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Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
NOTE:
- Refer to "COMPONENT" for each tightening torque. < Ref. to AT SELECT LEVER , 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 4: Identifying Shift Button Switch And Mode Change Switch Harness
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- Connect the terminals of all switches to the respective connectors.

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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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