Select Lever: Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean all parts before assembly.
Apply grease [SUNLIGHT 2 (Part No. 003602010) or equivalent] and SUNCALL or equivalent to each parts. < Ref. to , A/T SELECT LEVER (EXCEPT SPORT SHIFT MODEL) , COMPONENT, General Description. > and < Ref. to , A/T SELECT LEVER (SPORT SHIFT MODEL) , COMPONENT, General Description. >
NOTE: Do not apply SUNCALL to area except following parts.

Fig 1: Applying Grease
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Assembly is in the reverse order of disassembly.
NOTE:
- Refer to "COMPONENT " for tightening torque. < Ref. to , COMPONENT , General Description. >
- Tighten the lock plate bolt uniformly. After installation, locate the base plate upside down, and then push the lock plate up. Make sure the lock plate falls by its weight when releasing it. If not, retighten the bolt.
Fig 2: Tightening Lock Plate Bolt Uniformly
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After completion of fitting, transfer the select lever to range "P" - "1", then check whether the indicator and select lever agree, whether the pointer and position mark agree and what the operating force is.