2023 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Installation

  1. Install the select cable. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SELECT CABLE>INSTALLATION .
  2. Install the select lever.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

  3. Connect the connector.
  4. Install the harness.
  5. Install the duct console center. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER>AIR VENT DUCT>INSTALLATION>CONSOLE DUCT>CENTER .
  6. Install the clamp.
    NOTE: Insert it from the front side.
  7. Install the grip.
    NOTE: Install it while pressing on the clamp.
  8. Install the boot. (Model with boot shifter)
  9. Install the grip cover. (Model with gate shifter)
  10. Connect the select cable to the transmission main body.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
    G13591814Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Set the washer before installing the snap pin.

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

    G13225470Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Adjust the select cable free play. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SELECT CABLE>ADJUSTMENT .
  12. Install the center exhaust cover. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO)>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
  13. Release the shift lock using a screwdriver, etc. and shift the select lever to the "P range".
  14. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  15. Inspect the following items. If a malfunction is found in the inspection, adjust the select cable or inhibitor switch.
    1. The shift lock operates normally. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM>INSPECTION .
    2. Starter motor starts when the select lever is in "P range" or "N range", but not in other ranges.
    3. Back-up light illuminates when the select lever is in the "R range", but not in other ranges.
    4. Check the parking lock operation when the select lever is in "P range".
    5. Select lever and indicator positions are matched.
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