MT Gear Shift Lever: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Outback and 2001 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check each part (bush A, cushion rubber, spacer, boot, stay and rod, etc.) for deformation, damage and wear. Repair or replace any defective part. Determine defective parts by comparing with new parts.

Fig 1: Checking Shift Linkage Components
Check the swing torque of the rod in relation of the gear shift lever.
If the torque exceeds the specification, replace bushing or retighten nuts.

Rocking torque:
1. 0.7 N.m (0.07 kgf-m, 0.5 ft-lb) or less
  
  Fig 2: Check The Swing Torque