2018 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Reverse Check Cable: Inspection

  1. Make sure the slider moves smoothly. If it does not move, adjust the reverse check cable, or check the slider for damage. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>Reverse Check Cable>ADJUSTMENTΒ 
  2. Check if the gear shifts into reverse when pulling up the slider. If the gear cannot shift into reverse, adjust the reverse check cable. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>Reverse Check Cable>ADJUSTMENTΒ 
  3. Check that the gear does not shift into reverse when the slider is not pulled up. If the gear shifts into reverse, adjust or replace the reverse check cable. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>Reverse Check Cable>ADJUSTMENTΒ 
  4. Make sure the hole of extension case is aligned with that of reverse check lever. If the hole positions are not aligned, adjust the reverse check cable. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>Reverse Check Cable>ADJUSTMENTΒ 
    NOTE:
    • Check that the M3 bolt goes through the hole of reverse check lever and can be inserted into the hole of extension case.
    • When checking visually, confirm that the gap of hole positions is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) or less.
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