2017 Subaru Outback 2.5iFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Adjustment

  1. Shift the select lever to "N" range.
  2. Lift up the vehicle.
  3. Remove the center exhaust pipe. (2.5 L model) <Ref. to REMOVAL , Center Exhaust Pipe.>
  4. Remove the front exhaust pipe and rear exhaust pipe. (3.6 L model) <Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Exhaust Pipe.> <Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Exhaust Pipe.>
  5. Remove the center exhaust cover.
    Fig 1: Center Exhaust Cover
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  6. Loosen the nuts on both sides.
    Fig 2: Cable With Nuts
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  7. Turn the nut B until it lightly touches the connector.
    Fig 3: Select Lever, Connector, Nut And Contact Point
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  8. Set a spanner wrench to the nut B so that it does not rotate, and then tighten the nut A.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 4: Setting Spanner Wrench To Nut B
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  9. After the completion of adjustment, confirm that the select lever operates normally at all ranges.
  10. Install the center exhaust cover.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)Β 

  11. Install the center exhaust pipe. (2.5 L model) <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe.>
  12. Install the front exhaust pipe and rear exhaust pipe. (3.6 L model) <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe.> <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe.>
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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