Transmission Control Device: Removal

2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Removal
  1. Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 IMPREZA)>AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY>REMOVALΒ .
  2. Remove the inhibitor switch. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 IMPREZA)>INHIBITOR SWITCH>REMOVALΒ .
  3. Remove the oil pan and oil strainer. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 IMPREZA)>OIL PAN AND STRAINER>REMOVALΒ .
  4. Shift the manual plate to "N" range, and remove the spring pin.
    NOTE:

    Prevent the spring pin from dropping in the transmission using paper towel etc.Β 

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  5. Remove the detent spring.
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  6. Remove the bolt, and remove the shifter arm shaft.
    NOTE:

    Do not damage the lip of oil seal press-fitted in the case.Β 

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  7. Remove the manual plate from the shifter arm shaft, and remove the shift connecting rod of the manual valve.
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  8. Remove the manual plate and parking rod.
  9. Remove the manual valve.
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  10. Remove the extension case. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 IMPREZA)>EXTENSION CASE>REMOVALΒ .
  11. Remove the parking support.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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