2020 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Refer to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the mat center tray.
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  3. Release the shift lock using a screwdriver, etc. and shift the select lever to the "N" range.
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  4. Remove the center exhaust cover.

    2.5L model:Β 

    Refer to EXHAUST (H4DO)>Rear Exhaust Pipe>REMOVAL .

    2.4L model:Β 

    Refer to EXHAUST (H4DOTC)>Rear Exhaust Pipe>REMOVAL .

  5. Disconnect the select cable from the transmission main body.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
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  6. Remove the adjusting nut (rear).
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  7. Raise the claw of clamp and remove the select cable together with the clamp.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
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  8. Remove the clamp from the select cable.
  9. Remove the cable plate.
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