2025 Subaru Impreza BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Lever: Removal

NOTE:
  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the mat tray center. (Model without wireless charger)
    1. Release the clips using a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool wrapped with protection tape.
    2. Remove the mat tray center.
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  3. Remove the wireless charger assembly. (Model with wireless charger) Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>WIRELESS CHARGER>REMOVAL .
  4. Shift the select lever to "N range".
    1. Press the shift lock release button.
    2. Shift the select lever to "N range".
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  5. Lower the section (A) of the boot. (Model with boot shifter)
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  6. Lower the cover grip AT (A) vertically toward the lever. (Model with gate shifter)
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  7. Remove the grip.
    1. Remove the clamp (A).
    2. Remove the grip.
      • Model with boot shifter
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      • Model with gate shifter
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  8. Remove the console box. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CONSOLE BOX>REMOVAL .
  9. Remove the cover center side. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CENTER CONSOLE>REMOVAL .
  10. Disconnect the connector.
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  11. Remove the clips securing the harness.
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  12. Remove the select lever.
    1. Remove the select cable. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SELECT CABLE>REMOVALΒ .
    2. Remove the select lever.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.