Unit Inspection

Check of 1st & reverse brake return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat. Normal free length: 23.74mm {0.935in}
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the 1st & reverse brake return spring Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of rear planetary gear Assembly
1. Use a feeler gauge to measure the rear planetary gear pinion thrust clearance.
  Normal clearance: 0.2 to 0.6 mm {0.00788 to 0.0236 in}
  
  If the measured clearance is larger than the normal clearance, replace the rear planetary gear Assembly.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Rear Planetary Gear Pinion Thrust Clearance
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Measure the inner diameter of the rear planetary gear bushing.
  Normal inner diameter: 18.025mm {0.710in}
  
  If the measured inner diameter is larger than the normal inner diameter, replace the rear planetary gear Assembly.
  
  Fig 3: Measuring Inner Diameter Of Rear Planetary Gear Bushing
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Check of No. 4 brake pack clearance

Apply compressed air (392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm² , 57 psi}), release the air gun, and then check that the 1st & reverse brake piston moves smoothly.

Fig 4: Checking No. 4 Brake Pack Clearance
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Measure the height difference (dimension A) between the upper surface of the brake apply tube and the No. 4 brake flange contact surface at both ends of the diameter of the 1st & reverse brake piston, and calculate the average.
CAUTION: The 1st & reverse brake piston must be installed to the end face of the transmission case securely.

NOTE: Dimension A = 23.32 to 24.18 mm {0.919 to 0.951 in}

Fig 5: Measuring Dimension Between Brake Apply Tube Upper Surface And No. 4 Brake Flange Contact Surface
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
While applying a pressure of 4.9 N {0.5 kgf, 1.1 lbf} or less, use a caliper to measure the total thickness of the 2 No. 4 brake flanges, 4 No. 4 brake plates, and 5 No. 4 brake discs (dimension B) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.
NOTE: Dimension B = 23.64 to 26.00 mm {0.931 to 1.023 in}

Pack clearance = dimension A - dimension B - 0.18 mm {0.0071 in} + 1.8 mm {0.0709 in}

Pack clearance: 0.5 to 0.8 mm {0.0197 to 0.0315in}

If the pack clearance is out of the normal range, select a No. 4 brake flange with the pack clearance within the normal range and install it.

NOTE: There are 10 types of No. 4 brake flanges that can be used for pack clearance adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Fig 6: Measuring Total Thickness Of 2 No. 4 Brake Flanges And 4 No. 4 Brake Plates

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Thickness H

BRAKE FLANGES AND BRAKE PLATES THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness H
30098AC170	0	0mm {0in}
30098AC180	1	0.17mm {0.00669in}
30098AC190	3	0.31mm {0.0122in}
30098AC200	4	0.45mm {0.0177in}
30098AC210	5	0.59mm {0.0232in}
30098AC220	7	0.73mm {0.0287in}
30098AC230	8	0.87mm {0.0342in}
30098AC240	10	1.01mm {0.0397in}
30098AC250	11	1.15mm {0.0452in}
30098AC260	12	1.29mm {0.0507in}

Check of No. 4 brake disc
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 7: Checking No. 4 Brake Disc
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of intermediate shaft
1. Use a dial gauge to check the runout of the intermediate shaft.
  Normal runout: 0.03mm {0.00118in}
  
  If the runout is larger than the normal value, replace the intermediate shaft with a new one.
  
  Fig 8: Checking Runout Of Intermediate Shaft
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Use a micrometer to check the outer diameters of the intermediate shaft at the positions shown in the figure.
  Normal diameter:
  1. 22.962 to 22.975mm {0.9041 to 0.9045in}
  2. 27.759 to 27.775mm {1.0929 to 1.0935in}
  If the outer diameter is smaller than the normal value, replace the intermediate shaft with a new one.
  
  Fig 9: Checking Outer Diameters Of Intermediate Shaft
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 3 one-way clutch Assembly
1. Hold the rear planetary ring gear flange Sub-Assembly and turn the No. 3 one-way clutch Assembly.
  
  Fig 10: Checking No. 3 One-Way Clutch Assembly
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Check that when the No. 3 one-way clutch Assembly is turned counterclockwise it turns freely, whereas when it is turned clockwise it is locked.
  If any malfunction is found in the No. 3 one-way clutch Assembly, replace it.
Check of center planetary gear Assembly
1. Measure the center planetary gear pinion thrust clearance.
  Normal clearance: 0.12 to 0.68mm {0.00473 to 0.0267in}
  
  If the measured clearance is larger than the normal clearance, replace the center planetary gear Assembly.
  
  Fig 11: Measuring Center Planetary Gear Pinion Thrust Clearance
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 2 brake disc
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 12: Checking No. 2 Brake Disc
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 2 brake piston return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat.
  Normal free length: 22.66mm {0.892in}
  
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the No. 2 brake piston return spring Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 13: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Check of piston stroke of No. 2 brake piston

Apply compressed air (392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm² , 57 psi}), release the air gun, and then check that the No. 2 brake piston moves smoothly.

Fig 14: Checking Piston Stroke Of No. 2 Brake Piston
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
While blowing compressed air (392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm² , 57 psi}) into the oil hole as shown in the figure, use the SST to measure the piston stroke of the No. 2 brake piston (distance A) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.
SST 09350-06120

Piston stroke: 0.6 to 0.9mm {0.0237 to 0.0354in}

If the piston stroke is out of the normal range, select a No. 2 brake flange with the piston stroke within the normal range and install it.

NOTE: There are 8 types of No. 2 brake flanges that can be used for piston stroke adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Fig 15: Measuring Piston Stroke Of No. 2 Brake Piston

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Flange thickness

FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness
30098AB230	0	2.0mm {0.0787in}
30098AB240	1	2.1mm {0.0827in}
30098AB250	2	2.2mm {0.0866in}
30098AB260	3	2.3mm {0.0906in}
30098AB270	4	2.4mm {0.0945in}
30098AB280	5	2.5mm {0.0984in}
30098AB290	6	2.6mm {0.102in}
30098AB300	7	2.7mm {0.106in}

Check of brake piston return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat.
  Normal free length: 17.05mm {0.671in}
  
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the brake piston return spring Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 16: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of front planetary gear Assembly
1. Measure the front planetary gear pinion thrust clearance.
  Normal clearance: 0.20 to 0.60mm {0.00788 to 0.0236in}
  
  If the measured clearance is larger than the normal clearance, replace the front planetary gear Assembly.
  
  Fig 17: Measuring Front Planetary Gear Pinion Thrust Clearance
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Measure the inner diameter of the front planetary gear bushing.
  Normal inner diameter: 48.78mm {1.92in}
  
  If the measured inner diameter is larger than the normal inner diameter, replace the front planetary gear Assembly.
  
  Fig 18: Measuring Inner Diameter Of Front Planetary Gear Bushing
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of one-way clutch Assembly
1. Install the one-way clutch Assembly to the one-way clutch inner race Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 19: Checking One-Way Clutch Assembly
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Hold the one-way clutch inner race Sub-Assembly and turn the one-way clutch Assembly.
3. Check that when the one-way clutch Assembly is turned counterclockwise it turns freely, whereas when it is turned clockwise it is locked. If any malfunction is found in the one-way clutch Assembly, replace it.
4. Remove the one-way clutch Assembly from the one-way clutch inner race Sub-Assembly.

Check of piston stroke of No. 1 brake piston

Blow compressed air (392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm² , 57 psi}), release the air gun, and then check that the No. 1 brake piston moves smoothly.

Fig 20: Checking Piston Stroke Of No. 1 Brake Piston
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
While applying a pressure of 4.9 N {0.5 kgf, 1.1 lbf} or less, measure height difference between the upper surface of the No. 1 brake piston and the No. 1 brake flange contact surface (dimension A) at both ends of the diameter of the No. 1 brake piston.
Measure the total thickness of the No. 1 brake flange, 3 No. 1 brake plates, and 3 No. 1 brake discs (dimension B) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.
NOTE: Dimension A = 15.27 to 15.92 mm {0.602 to 0.626 in}

Dimension B = 14.50 to 15.54 mm {0.571 to 0.611 in}

Piston stroke = dimension A - dimension B

Piston stroke: 0.42 to 0.72mm {0.0166 to 0.0283in}
If the piston stroke is out of the normal range, the parts may be assembled incorrectly. Check them and assemble again.

If the piston stroke is still out of the normal range, select another No. 1 brake flange with the piston stroke within the normal range.

NOTE: There are 4 types of No. 1 brake flanges that can be used for piston stroke adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Fig 21: Measuring Total Thickness Of No. 1 Brake Flange And 3 No. 1 Brake Plates

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Flange thickness

FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness
30098AB170	0	2.0mm {0.0787in}
30098AB180	1	2.2mm {0.0866in}
30098AB190	2	2.4mm {0.0945in}
30098AB200	3	2.6mm {0.102in}

Check of No. 1 brake disc
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the groove is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 22: Checking No. 1 Brake Disc
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 3 brake piston return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat.
  Normal free length: 15.72mm {0.619in}
  
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the No. 3 brake piston return spring set Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 23: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 3 brake disc set
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 24: Checking No. 3 Brake Disc Set
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 2 one-way clutch Assembly
1. Hold the reverse clutch hub Sub-Assembly and turn the No. 2 one-way clutch Assembly.
  
  Fig 25: Checking No. 2 One-Way Clutch Assembly
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Check that when the No. 2 one-way clutch Assembly is turned clockwise it turns freely, whereas when it is turned counterclockwise it is locked.
  If any malfunction is found in the No. 2 one-way clutch Assembly, replace it.
Operation check of each piston
1. Check the operation sound while blowing compressed air into the oil hole shown in the figure.
  
  Fig 26: Identifying Clutch And Brake Oil Hole Positions
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  
  NOTE: When checking the direct clutch, check the operation sound with the C3 accumulator piston hole closed.
  
  If no sound is heard, disassemble the parts and check their installation conditions.
Check of No. 4 one-way clutch Assembly
1. Hold the coast clutch hub Sub-Assembly and turn the No. 4 one-way clutch Assembly.
  
  Fig 27: Checking No. 4 One-Way Clutch Assembly
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Check that when the No. 4 one-way clutch Assembly is turned clockwise it turns freely, whereas when it is turned counterclockwise it is locked.
  If any malfunction is found in the No. 4 one-way clutch Assembly, replace it.
Check of direct clutch return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat.
  Normal free length: 20.02mm {0.788in}
  
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the direct clutch return spring Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 28: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of reverse clutch return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat.
  Normal free length: 21.03mm {0.828in}
  
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the reverse clutch return spring Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 29: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 2 clutch disc (direct clutch disc)
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 30: Checking No. 2 Clutch Disc (Direct Clutch Disc)
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Check of No. 2 clutch pack clearance

While blowing compressed air (392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm² , 57 psi}) into the oil hole as shown in the figure, use a dial gauge to measure the travel distance of the direct clutch flange (distance A) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.
NOTE: Flange travel distance A = 0.24 to 1.12 mm {0.00944 to 0.0440 in}
Pack clearance = flange travel distance A - 0.03mm {0.00118in}
Pack clearance: 0.5 to 0.8 mm {0.0197 to 0.0314 in}

CAUTION: When measuring the travel distance, install a normal flange (3.4 mm {0.134 in} thick) to the position indicated with shadow in the figure.

If the pack clearance is out of the normal range, select a direct clutch flange with the pack clearance within the normal range and install it.

NOTE: There are 9 types of direct clutch flanges that can be used for pack clearance adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Fig 31: Checking No. 2 Clutch Pack Clearance

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Flange thickness

FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness
30098AB080	0	3.0mm {0.118in}
30098AB090	1	3.1mm {0.122in}
30098AB100	2	3.2mm {0.126in}
30098AB110	3	3.3mm {0.130in}
30098AB120	4	3.4mm {0.134in}
30098AB130	5	3.5mm {0.138in}
30098AB140	6	3.6mm {0.142in}
30098AB150	7	3.7mm {0.146in}
30098AB160	8	3.8mm {0.150in}

Check of No. 3 clutch pack clearance

While blowing compressed air (392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm² , 57 psi}) into the oil hole as shown in the figure, use a dial gauge to measure the reverse clutch piston stroke (distance A) and the travel distance of the reverse clutch flange (distance B) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.

Fig 32: Checking No. 3 Clutch Pack Clearance
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Piston stroke A = 1.62 to 2.68 mm {0.0638 to 0.105 in}
Flange travel distance B = 1.22 to 1.67 mm {0.0481 to 0.0657 in}
Pack clearance = piston stroke A - flange travel distance B - 0.02 mm {0.000787 in}
Pack clearance: 0.4 to 0.7mm {0.0158 to 0.0275in}

CAUTION: When measuring the travel distance, install a normal flange (2.8 mm {0.110 in} thick) to the position indicated with shadow in the figure.

If the pack clearance is out of the normal range, select a reverse clutch flange with the pack clearance within the normal range and install it.

NOTE: There are 12 types of reverse clutch flanges that can be used for pack clearance adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Flange thickness

FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness
30098AA770	0	2.4mm {0.0945in}
30098AA780	1	2.5mm {0.0984in}
30098AA790	2	2.6mm {0.102in}
30098AA800	3	2.7mm {0.106in}
30098AA810	4	2.8mm {0.110in}
30098AA820	5	2.9mm {0.114in}
30098AA830	6	3.0mm {0.118in}
30098AA840	7	3.1mm {0.122in}
30098AA850	8	3.2mm {0.126in}
30098AA860	9	3.3mm {0.130in}
30098AA870	A	3.4mm {0.134in}
30098AA880	B	3.5mm {0.138in}

Check of forward clutch return spring Sub-Assembly
1. Use a caliper gauge to measure the free length of the spring including the spring seat.
  Normal free length: 26.29mm {1.04in}
  
  If the measured free length is shorter than the normal free length, replace the forward clutch return spring Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 33: Measuring Spring Free Length
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 4 clutch disc (coast clutch disc)
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 34: Checking No. 4 Clutch Disc (Coast Clutch Disc)
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Check of No. 1 clutch pack clearance

While blowing compressed air (196 kPa {2.0 kgf/cm² , 28 psi}) into the oil hole as shown in the figure, use a dial gauge to measure the travel distance of the forward clutch flange (distance A) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.
NOTE: Flange travel distance A = 0.14 to 0.17 mm {0.0055 to 0.0067 in}
Pack clearance = flange travel distance A - 0.01 mm {0.0004 in}
Pack clearance: 0.56 to 0.86mm {0.0221 to 0.0338in}

CAUTION: When measuring the travel distance, install a normal flange (3.5 mm {0.138 in} thick) to the position indicated with shadow in the figure.

If the pack clearance is out of the normal range, select a forward clutch flange with the pack clearance within the normal range and install it.

NOTE: There are 10 types of forward clutch flanges that can be used for pack clearance adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Fig 35: Checking No. 1 Clutch Pack Clearance

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Flange thickness

FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness
30098AA630	0	3.0mm {0.118in}
30098AA640	1	3.1mm {0.122in}
30098AA650	2	3.2mm {0.126in}
30098AA660	3	3.3mm {0.130in}
30098AA670	4	3.4mm {0.134in}
30098AA680	5	3.5mm {0.138in}
30098AA690	6	3.6mm {0.142in}
30098AA700	7	3.7mm {0.146in}
30098AA710	8	3.8mm {0.150in}
30098AA720	9	3.9mm {0.154in}

Check of No. 1 clutch disc (forward clutch disc)
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 36: Checking No. 1 Clutch Disc (Forward Clutch Disc)
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Check of No. 4 clutch pack clearance

While blowing compressed air (196 kPa {2.0 kgf/cm² , 28 psi}) into the oil hole as shown in the figure, use a dial gauge to measure the travel distance of the coast clutch flange (distance A) at both ends of the diameter, and calculate the average.
NOTE: Flange travel distance A = 0.02 to 1.01mm {0.000787 to 0.0397in}
Pack clearance = flange travel distance A - 0.01 mm {0.000394in}
Pack clearance: 0.4 to 0.7mm {0.0158 to 0.0275in}

CAUTION: When measuring the travel distance, install a normal flange (3.5 mm {0.0158 to 0.0275 in} thick) to the position indicated with shadow in the figure.

If the pack clearance is out of the normal range, select a coast clutch flange with the pack clearance within the normal range and install it.

NOTE: There are 10 types of coast clutch flanges that can be used for pack clearance adjustment. Select the one with the most suitable thickness.

Fig 37: Checking No. 4 Clutch Pack Clearance

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Flange thickness

FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

Part number	Mark	Thickness
30098AA980	0	3.0mm {0.118in}
30098AA990	1	3.1mm {0.122in}
30098AB000	2	3.2mm {0.126in}
30098AB010	3	3.3mm {0.130in}
30098AB020	4	3.4mm {0.134in}
30098AB030	5	3.5mm {0.138in}
30098AB040	6	3.6mm {0.142in}
30098AB050	7	3.7mm {0.146in}
30098AB060	8	3.8mm {0.150in}
30098AB070	9	3.9mm {0.154in}

Check of forward clutch hub Sub-Assembly
1. Use a caliper gauge to check the inner diameter of the forward clutch hub bushing.
  Normal inner diameter: 23.037 to 23.062mm {0.9070 to 0.9079in}
  
  If the measured inner diameter is longer than the normal inner diameter, replace the forward clutch hub Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 38: Checking Inner Diameter Of Forward Clutch Hub Bushing
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of No. 3 clutch disc
1. Check for wear and seizing on the sliding surfaces of the disc, plate, and flange.
  Replace them as required.
  CAUTION:
  - If the disc lining is peeling or discolored, or if even a part of the printed number is damaged, replace the all discs.
  - Soak new discs in ATF for at least 15 minutes before the assembly.
  Fig 39: Checking No. 3 Clutch Disc
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Check of reverse clutch hub Sub-Assembly
1. Measure the inner diameter of the reverse clutch hub bushing.
  Normal inner diameter: 33.312 to 33.337mm {1.3115 to 1.3125in} If the measured inner diameter is longer than the normal inner diameter, replace the reverse clutch hub Sub-Assembly.
  
  Fig 40: Measuring Inner Diameter Of Reverse Clutch Hub Bushing
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.