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.
STI Model
- Insert the gear shift lever from the bottom of the vehicle.NOTE: After inserting the rod and stay, temporarily put them onto transmission mount.
- Install the cushion rubber.
Tightening torque:
18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
- Move the transmission to the right side of the vehicle, and install the joint COMPL and stay.
Tightening torque:
T1: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)
T2: 32 N.m (3.3 kgf-m, 23.6 ft-lb)
- Install the reverse check cable, washer and snap pin.NOTE: Pay attention to the installing direction of the snap ring.
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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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