Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2020 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Except For STI Model
- Check the parts for deformation, damage and wear. Repair or replace if necessary. Compare the removed parts with new parts to confirm if there are damages or not.
- Check that selecting to the reverse direction is disable unless the slider is pulled up.
- Check that selecting to the reverse direction is possible when the slider is pulled up to the full.
- Check that the shift lever moves to initial position, when the slider backs to "N" position from step 3).
- Move the shift lever to the neutral position, and check that the play in the select direction above the shift knob is within the reference standard. If not within the reference standard values, replace the MT gear shift lever. Refer to CONTROL SYSTEMS>MT GEAR SHIFT LEVER>REMOVAL>EXCEPT FOR STI MODEL .
Play in neutral position:
Reference standard
1.5 mm (0.059 in) or less
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.