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.
Secondary Speed Sensor: Installation
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
Be sure to prevent water or oil from contacting the connector terminal of secondary speed sensor. If adhesion occurs, replace with a new part.
- Install the secondary speed sensor.NOTE:
- Use new O-rings.
- Apply CVTF to the O-rings.
Tightening torque:
5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)
- Connect the harness connector.
- Install the transmission cover.
Tightening torque:
8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb)
- Install the transmission assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly. >
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.