2017 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Reverse Check Cable: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
    NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
  2. Remove the gear shift knob by turning it counterclockwise.
  3. Remove the console box assembly. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Console Box.>
  4. Remove the cover - shift lever. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Console Box.>
  5. Remove the panel center LWR LH and RH. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Console Box.>
  6. Remove the clamp.
    Fig 1: Removing Clamp
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  7. Remove the boot and insulator assembly.
    Fig 2: Removing Boot And Insulator Assembly
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  8. Remove the spring pin from the slider.
    Fig 3: Removing Spring Pin From Slider
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  9. Remove the slider and spring.
    Fig 4: Removing Slider And Spring
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  10. Cut the band clip, and separate the reverse check cable from the gear shift lever.
    Fig 5: Cutting Off Band Clip
    G10267874Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Lift up the vehicle.
  12. Remove the center exhaust pipe (rear). <Ref. to REMOVAL , Center Exhaust Pipe.>
  13. Remove the center exhaust cover.
    Fig 6: Removing Center Exhaust Cover
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  14. Remove the crossmember. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Transmission Mounting System.>
  15. Remove the snap pin and washer, and separate the reverse check cable.
    Fig 7: Removing Snap Pin And Washer
    G11577490Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  16. Move the transmission to the right side, and remove the stay bolts and the reverse check cable.
    NOTE: If the transmission is not moved aside, the stay bolts may contact the body and cause damage.
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