2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Removal

  1. Shift the select lever to "N" range.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
    NOTE: For the 12 volt engine restart battery of HEV model, disconnect the ground terminal from 12V engine restart battery sensor.
  3. Lift up the vehicle.
  4. Remove the center exhaust pipe. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Center Exhaust Pipe.>
  5. Remove the center exhaust cover.
    Fig 1: Identifying Center Exhaust Cover
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  6. Remove the snap pin and washer from the shifter arm.
    Fig 2: Identifying Shifter Arm, Snap Pin, Select Cable And Washer
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  7. Remove the plate assembly from the transmission case.
    Fig 3: Identifying Select Cable And Plate ASSY
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  8. Disconnect the cable from arm COMPL.
    Fig 4: Identifying Arm COMPL And Adjusting Nut
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  9. Raise the claw of clamp to remove the cable from bracket.
    Fig 5: Identifying Select Cable Clamp Claw
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  10. Remove the select cable from plate assembly.
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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.