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.
2024 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Transmission Control Device
| (1) | Spring pin |
| (2) | Shifter arm |
| (3) | Inhibitor switch |
| (4) | Cable plate |
| (5) | Shifter arm shaft |
| (6) | Oil seal |
| (7) | Separator plate |
| (8) | Manual valve |
| (9) | Manual plate |
| (10) | Parking rod |
| (11) | Detent spring |
| (12) | Return spring |
| (13) | Parking pawl |
| (15) | Parking support |
| (14) | Shaft |
Tightening torque: N.m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
T1: 5 (0.5, 3.7)
T2: 7 (0.7, 5.2)
T3: 9 (0.9, 6.6)
T4: 25 (2.5, 18.4)
Factory Service Tools
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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.