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Select Cable: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Subaru Outback and 2002 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Prior to removal, set select lever to "N" position.
  2. Remove under cover.
  3. Remove rear exhaust pipe and muffler. 2.5 L model

    Refer to REMOVAL , Rear Exhaust Pipe and REMOVAL , Muffler, 3.0 L model.

    Refer to REMOVAL , Rear Exhaust Pipe and REMOVAL , Mufflers.

  4. Remove heat shield cover.
    Fig 1: Removing Heat Shield Cover
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  5. Remove snap pin from range select lever.
    Fig 2: Removing Snap Pin From Range Select Lever
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  6. Remove plate assembly from transmission case.
    Fig 3: Removing Plate Assembly From Transmission Case
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  7. Disconnect cable from select lever and then remove cable bracket.
    Fig 4: Removing Cable Bracket
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  8. Remove select cable from plate assembly.