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Automatic Transmission Assembly: Installation

  1. Attach the ST to converter case.

    ST 498277200 STOPPER SET

    Fig 1: Identifying ST To Converter Case
    G05002491
  2. Install the transmission onto the engine.
    1. Lift-up the transmission gradually using transmission jack.
    2. Engage at the spline.
  3. Install the engine mounting bolt (lower side).

    Tightening torque: 50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Locating Transmission Mounting Bolt Hole In Gasket
    G05022208
  4. Install the transmission rear crossmember.

    Tightening torque: 75 N.m (7.6 kgf-m, 55.3 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Locating Transmission Rear Crossmember
    G05022207
  5. Remove the transmission jack.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Install the engine mounting bolt (upper side).

    Tightening torque: 50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Locating Transmission Mounting Bolt Hole In Gasket
    G05022197
  8. Remove the ST from converter case.

    ST 498277200 STOPPER SET

  9. Install the starter. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Starter. >
  10. Install the torque converter to drive plate.
    1. Install the bolts which hold torque converter to drive plate.
    2. Install all four bolts by rotating the crank pulley a little at a time.
    3. Install the service hole.

    Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18 ft-lb) 

  11. Remove the ST and install the pitching stopper bracket.

    Tightening torque: 40 N.m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 5: Identifying Pitching Stopper Bracket
    G05022195
  12. Install the pitching stopper.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb) 

    T2: 58 N.m (5.9 kgf-m, 42.8 ft-lb) 

    Fig 6: Identifying Pitching Stopper
    G05022214
  13. Lift-up the vehicle.
  14. Replace the front differential side retainer oil seal.
    1. Remove the oil seal by using flat tip screwdriver etc.
    2. Install a new oil seal using ST.

    ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

    NOTE:
    • Apply oil to the oil seal lips.
    • Be sure to replace the differential side oil seal after the procedure of removing front drive shaft from transmission.
      Fig 7: Removing Front Drive Shaft From Transmission
      G05022215
  15. Apply grease to the oil seal lips.
  16. Set the ST to side retainer.

    ST 28399SA000 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

    Fig 8: Identifying Oil Seal Protector
    G05002499
  17. Install the front drive shaft into the transmission.
    NOTE: Replace the circlip of drive shaft with a new part.
  18. Install the front drive shaft into transmission, remove the ST and insert the drive shaft securely.

    ST 28399SA000 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

  19. Install the inlet and outlet hoses to the ATF inlet and outlet pipes.
    Fig 9: Identifying Inlet And Outlet Hoses To ATF Inlet And Outlet Pipes
    G05022203
  20. Insert the ball joint into housing. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Ball Joint. >
  21. Install the front stabilizer bracket. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Stabilizer. >
  22. Install the clutch housing cover securing bolts.
    Fig 10: Identifying Clutch Housing Cover Securing
    G05022204
    Fig 11: Identifying Clutch Housing Cover Securing Bolts
    G05022205
  23. Install the front cross support plate. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Crossmember Support Plate. >
  24. Install the propeller shaft. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Propeller Shaft. >
  25. Install the shift select cable. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Select Cable. >
  26. Install the turbine speed sensor 1 and harness, and then connect the connector.

    Tightening torque: 

    7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 12: Identifying Turbine Speed Sensor And Harness
    G05022220
  27. Install the oil charge pipe.

    Tightening torque: 

    41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 13: Identifying Oil Charge Pipe
    G05022200
  28. Install the heat shield cover.
    Fig 14: Identifying Heat Shield Cover
    G05019661
  29. Install the center, rear exhaust pipes and the muffler. (Turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe. > < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe. > < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
  30. Install the front exhaust pipe, rear exhaust pipe and muffler. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe. > < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe. > < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
  31. Install the under cover.
  32. Lower the vehicle.
  33. Install the air cleaner case.

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case. >

  34. Install the air intake duct.

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Duct. >

  35. Connect the following connectors.
    • Turbo model
      1. Transmission harness connectors
        Fig 15: Identifying Transmission Harness Connectors
        G05022186
      2. Front oxygen (A/F) sensor
        Fig 16: Identifying Oxygen (A/F) Sensor
        G05022187
    • Non-turbo model
      Fig 17: Identifying Oxygen (A/F) Sensor - Non-Turbo Model
      G05022225
  36. Install the intercooler stay RH and engine hanger rear. (Turbo model)
    Fig 18: Identifying Intercooler Stay And Engine Hanger Rear
    G05022189
  37. Install the engine hanger rear, and then connect the engine harness connector. (Non-turbo model)
    Fig 19: Identifying Engine Hanger Rear
    G05022227
  38. Install the water bypass pipe. (Turbo model)
    Fig 20: Identifying Water By-Pass Pipe - Turbo Model
    G05022191
  39. Pour ATF from the oil charge pipe. < Ref. to REPLACEMENT , Automatic Transmission Fluid. >
  40. Install the air breather hose. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Breather Hose. >
  41. Install the intercooler. (Turbo model)< Ref. to INSTALLATION , Intercooler. >
  42. Install the air intake chamber. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Chamber. >
  43. Install the air cleaner case. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case. >
  44. Install the collector cover.
  45. Connect the ground cable to battery.
  46. Perform Clear Memory 2 operation. < Ref. to CLEAR MEMORY MODE , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor. >
    1. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to the data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and turn Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
    3. Ensure that the select lever is in the "P" range.
    4. On the «Main Menu» display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
    5. On the «System Selection Menu» display screen, select the {Transmission} and press the [YES] key.
    6. Press the [YES] key after the information of transmission type is displayed.
    7. On the «Transmission Diagnosis» display screen, select the {Clear Memory 2} and press the [YES] key.
  47. Perform the inspection with driving the vehicle at the end of repair work, and make sure there is no faulty as below;
    • Excessive shift shock
    • Oil leakage from the transmission body, etc.
    • Occurrence of noise caused by interference etc.
    NOTE: If excessive shift shock is felt, execute advance operation of learning control. < Ref. to PROCEDURE , Learning Control. >
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