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Reverse Check Cable: Installation

  1. Insert the reverse check cable into the inner boot hole from underside of the vehicle.
  2. Insert the reverse check cable into the gear shift lever assembly, and secure it with the band clip.
    NOTE:
    • Cut the excess band clip.
    • Make sure that the reverse check cable is inserted into the gearshift lever with no gaps.
    Fig 1: Excess Band Clip
    G10267967Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Use the spring pin to secure the end of the slider and reverse check cable.
    NOTE: Apply grease to the moving part of slider.
    Fig 2: Securing End Of Slider And Reverse Check Cable
    G11577495Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Move the transmission to the right side, and install the stay.

    Tightening torque: 

    T: 32 N.m (3.3 kgf-m, 23.6 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Installing Stay
    G11577496Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the reverse check cable, washer and snap pin.
    NOTE: Make sure to point the snap pin in an appropriate direction.
    Fig 4: Installing Reverse Check Cable, Washer And Snap Pin
    G11577497Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Make sure the hole of extension case is aligned with that of reverse check lever. If the hole positions are not aligned, adjust the reverse check cable. <Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Reverse Check Cable.>
    NOTE:
    • Check that the M3 bolt goes through the hole of reverse check lever and can be inserted into the hole of extension case.
    • When checking visually, confirm that the gap of hole positions is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) or less.
    Fig 5: Reverse Check Lever Hole And Extension Case Hole
    G11577498Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Secure the reverse check cable to the stay clip.
    NOTE: Install the reverse check cable on top of the stay.
    Fig 6: Securing Reverse Check Cable To Stay Clip
    G11577499Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the crossmember. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Transmission Mounting System.>
  9. Install the center exhaust cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb) 

  10. Install the center exhaust pipe (rear). <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe.>
  11. Install the boot and insulator assembly, and secure with a clamp.
    Fig 7: Removing Clamp
    G10267853Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Install the panel center LWR LH and RH. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Console Box.>
  13. Install the cover - shift lever. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Console Box.>
  14. Install the console box assembly. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Console Box.>
  15. Install the gear shift knob by turning it clockwise.
    CAUTION: Do not turn the gear shift knob excessively to prevent it from being damaged.
  16. Connect the battery ground terminal. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
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