2020 Subaru Ascent BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Drive Plate: Installation

  1. Temporarily install the drive plate and reinforcement drive plate.
  2. Set the ST in the position shown in the figure.

    Preparation tool:Β 

    ST: CRANKSHAFT STOPPER (498497300)

    G13200114Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Tighten the drive plate mounting bolt in two stages.
    NOTE: Fix the engine unit.
    1. Tighten the drive plate mounting bolt.

      Tightening torque:Β 

      30 N.m (3.1 kgf-m, 22.1 ft-lb)

    2. While checking the tightening angle with the angle gauge, tighten the drive plate mounting bolts to the specified angle.

      Tightening angle:Β 

      30Β° - 35Β°

      G10293263Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the transmission body. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY>INSTALLATIONΒ .
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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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