2019 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Removal

  1. Shift the select lever to "N" range.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Refer to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
  3. Lift up the vehicle.
  4. Remove the center exhaust pipe (rear). Refer to EXHAUST (EXCEPT FOR STI)>CENTER EXHAUST PIPE>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the center exhaust cover.
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  6. Remove the snap pin and washer from the shifter arm.
    CAUTION: Do not apply extra overload while holding the part (a).
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  7. Remove the plate assembly.
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  8. Disconnect the cable from arm COMPL.
    CAUTION: Do not apply extra overload while holding the part (a).
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  9. Raise the claw of clamp and remove the cable.
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  10. Remove the select cable from plate assembly.
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  • 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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