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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 7 (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE (CVT) (H6DO))INHIBITOR SWITCHADJUSTMENT
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Inhibitor Switch: Adjustment
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Adjustment
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- Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
- Release the shift lock using a screwdriver to shift the select lever to the "N" range.
- Remove the front exhaust pipe. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Exhaust Pipe. >
- Remove the harness stay from transmission.
- Loosen the two bolts holding the inhibitor switch.
- Insert the ST vertically into the holes of the shifter arm and switch body.
ST 499267300 STOPPER PIN
- Tighten the two bolts holding the inhibitor switch.
Tightening torque:
5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)
- Repeat the inspection of the inhibitor switch. If the inhibitor switch is determined to be "faulty", replace it.
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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.