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Automatic Transmission Unit: Assembly

  1. Bearing position
    G12587767Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Mark Front race diameter Inner/outer Thrust bearing diameter Inner/outer Rear race diameter Inner/outer
    A 74.2mm {2.921in}/87.7 mm {3.453 in.) 71.9mm {2.831 in}/85.6 mm {3.370 in} -
    B 37.0mm {1.457in}/51.2 mm {2.016 in.) 33.5mm {1.319 in}/48.0 mm {1.890 in} -
    C 20.0mm {0.787in}/35.6 mm {1.402 in.) 20.0mm {0.787 in}/41.0 mm {1.614 in} -
    D 31.0mm {1.220 in}/48.0 mm {1.890 in} 33.3mm {1.311 in}/51.2 mm {2.016 in} -
    E - 42.5mm {1.673 in}/61.2 mm {2.409 in} -
    F 34.9mm {1.374 in}/50.8 mm {1.999 in} 38.6mm {1.520 in}/53.1 mm {2.091 in} -
    G - 58.5mm {2.303 in}/73.5 mm {2.894 in} 55.2mm {2.173 in}/71.2 mm {2.803 in}
    H 29.6mm {1.165 in}/44.9 mm {1.768 in} 27.8mm {1.095 in}/43.8 mm {1.726 in} 27.8mm {1.095 in}/43.7 mm {1.721 in}
    I 19.0mm {0.748 in}/35.0 mm {1.378 in} 20.8mm {0.819 in}/38.5 mm {1.516 in} -
    J 43.3mm {1.705 in}/56.7 mm {2.232 in} 40.6 mm {1.598 in}/58.0 mm {2.284 in} -
    K 37.0mm {1.457 in}/51.2 mm {2.016 in} 36.1mm {1.421 in}/52.5 mm {2.067 in} 36.1mm {1.421 in}/51.0 mm {2.007 in}
  2. Installation of No. 4 brake piston
    1. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the brake reaction sleeve.
      G12587768Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the No. 4 brake piston.
    3. Install the No. 4 brake piston to the brake reaction sleeve.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
  3. Installation of brake reaction sleeve
    1. Install the brake reaction sleeve and No. 4 brake piston to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with the No. 4 brake piston facing downward (rear side).
      G12587769Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
  4. Installation of 1st & reverse brake piston
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the 1st & reverse brake piston.
      G12587770Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Place the 1st & reverse brake piston in the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with the spring seat of the 1st & reverse brake piston facing upward (front side).
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
  5. Installation of 1st & reverse brake return spring SUB-ASSY
    1. Place the 1st & reverse brake return spring SUB-ASSY on the 1st & reverse brake piston.
    2. Place the SST on the 1st & reverse brake return spring SUB-ASSY and press the 1st & reverse brake return spring SUB-ASSY.
      G12587771Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      SST 09350-07050

    3. Install the snap ring.
  6. Installation of brake apply tube
    1. Install the brake apply tube so that the protrusion fits into the groove of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY as shown in the figure.
      CAUTION:
      • Engage the claw of the 1st & reverse brake piston with the protrusion of the brake apply tube.
      • Peep through the rear side rotation sensor installation hole to check that the inside of the transmission case can be seen.
      G08554702Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Installation of rear planetary gear ASSY
    1. Install the thrust needle roller bearing to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.

      Bearing diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Thrust needle roller bearing 40.6mm {1.598in} 58.0mm {2.284in}
      G08554651Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the thrust needle roller bearing to the rear planetary gear ASSY.
      G12587774Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Thrust needle roller bearing 20.8mm {0.819in} 38.5mm {1.516in}
      Thrust bearing race 19.0mm {0.748in} 35.0mm {1.378in}
      No. 9 thrust bearing race 43.3mm {1.705in} 56.7mm {2.232in}
    3. Apply petroleum jelly to the No. 9 thrust bearing race and thrust bearing race and install them on the rear planetary gear ASSY.
    4. Install the rear planetary gear ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G08554649Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Check of No. 4 brake pack clearance (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  9. Installation of No. 4 brake disc
    1. Install 2 No. 4 brake flanges, 5 No. 4 brake discs, 4 No. 4 brake plates to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587718Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *1

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, and flange are installed in the correct order.
  10. Installation of brake plate stopper spring
    1. Install the brake plate stopper spring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587777Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Installation of intermediate shaft
    1. Install the No. 8 thrust bearing race, thrust needle roller bearing, and No. 7 thrust bearing race to the intermediate shaft.
      G12587778Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      No. 7 thrust bearing race 29.6mm {1.165in} 44.9mm {1.768in}
      Thrust needle roller bearing 27.8mm {1.095in} 43.8mm {1.726in}
      No. 8 thrust bearing race 27.8mm {1.095in} 43.7mm {1.721in}
    2. Install the intermediate shaft to the transmission case SUB-ASSY.
  12. Installation of No. 3 one-way clutch ASSY
    1. Install the one-way clutch inner race to the No. 3 one-way clutch ASSY.
      G12587779Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Installation of intermediate shaft
    1. Install the No. 3 one-way clutch ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587780Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the snap ring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Install the joint of the snap ring toward the control valve side.
      G08554643Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  14. Installation of center planetary gear ASSY
    1. Install the center planetary gear ASSY and planetary sun gear to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587712Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Thrust needle roller bearing 58.5mm {2.303in} 73.5mm {2.894in}
      No. 4 thrust bearing race 55.2mm {2.173in} 71.2mm {2.803in}
    2. Apply petroleum jelly to the No. 4 thrust bearing race and install it on the center planetary gear ASSY.
    3. Install the thrust needle roller bearing to the center planetary gear ASSY.
  15. Installation of No. 2 brake piston
    1. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the No. 2 brake piston.
      G12587783Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Press the No. 2 brake piston into the No. 2 brake cylinder.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
    3. Install the No. 2 brake piston to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Install the No. 2 brake cylinder so that the protrusion protrudes from the upper side of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
    4. Check that the oil pressure apply hole of the No. 2 brake cylinder is aligned with the oil pressure apply hole of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587784Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  16. Installation of No. 2 brake disc
    1. Install the brake piston return spring.
    2. Install 2 No. 2 brake flanges, 4 No. 2 brake discs, and 3 No. 2 brake plates to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587710Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *1

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, and flange are installed in the correct order.
    3. Use the SST and a flat tip screwdriver to press the No. 2 brake piston return spring SUB-ASSY and install the snap ring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587786Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      SST 09351-04010, 09350-07020, 18762AA020

      CAUTION: Insert a cloth, etc. between the SST and transmission case to prevent damage to the case.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  17. Check of piston stroke of No. 2 brake piston (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  18. Installation of No. 1 brake piston
    1. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the No. 1 brake piston.
      G12587787Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Press the No. 1 brake piston into the No. 1 brake cylinder.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
  19. Installation of brake piston return spring SUB-ASSY
    1. Install the brake piston return spring SUB-ASSY and No. 1 brake cylinder to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587707Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      NOTE: Install the No. 1 brake cylinder so that the protrusion protrudes from the upper side of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
    2. Check that the oil pressure apply hole of the No. 1 brake cylinder is aligned with the oil pressure apply hole of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587789Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Use the SST and a flat tip screwdriver to press the brake piston return spring SUB-ASSY and install the snap ring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587790Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      SST 09350-07020, 09351-04010, 09351-04020

      CAUTION:
      • Align the centers of the SST and the shaft to prevent the SST from contacting the No. 1 brake cylinder.
      • Insert a cloth, etc. between the SST and transmission case to prevent damage to the case.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  20. Installation of center planetary ring gear
    1. Install the front planetary ring gear flange SUB-ASSY to the center planetary ring gear.
      G12587791Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the center planetary ring gear.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
    3. Install the center planetary ring gear to the front planetary ring gear.
    4. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring.
      G12587792Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION:
      • Be careful not to damage the front planetary ring gear.
      • Install the snap ring to the front planetary ring gear so that the both ends of the snap ring is positioned to the center of the protrusion on the front planetary ring gear.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  21. Installation of front planetary ring gear
    1. Install the front planetary ring gear to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G08554632Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  22. Installation of front planetary gear ASSY
    1. Install the No. 2 planetary carrier thrust washer and front planetary flange thrust needle roller bearing.
      G12587701Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Front planetary flange thrust needle roller bearing 38.6mm {1.520in} 53.1mm {2.091in}
      Front planetary flange rear thrust bearing race 34.9mm {1.374in} 50.8mm {1.999in}
    2. Apply petroleum jelly to the front planetary flange rear thrust bearing race and install it on the front planetary ring gear.
    3. Install the front planetary gear ASSY and one-way clutch inner race SUB-ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587700Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  23. Check of piston stroke of No. 1 brake piston (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  24. Installation of No. 1 brake disc
    1. Install No. 1 brake flange, 3 No. 1 brake discs, and 3 No. 1 brake plates to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587705Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *3

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, and flange are installed in the correct order.
  25. Installation of one-way clutch ASSY
    1. Install the No. 1 planetary carrier thrust washer and one-way clutch ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587699Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  26. Installation of No. 3 brake piston
    1. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the No. 3 brake piston.
      G12587798Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Press the No. 3 brake piston into the No. 3 brake cylinder.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
    3. Use the SST and a press to install the snap ring and No. 3 brake piston return spring SUB-ASSY to the No. 3 brake cylinder.
      G12587696Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      SST 18762AA030

      CAUTION:
      • Check that the gap of the snap ring end is not aligned with the claw of the spring retainer.
      • Be careful not to damage the No. 3 brake cylinder.
      • Keep the foot of SST from standing on the protrusion of the piston return spring SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  27. Installation of No. 3 brake cylinder
    1. Install the No. 3 brake cylinder to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G08554625Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Check that the oil pressure apply hole of the No. 3 brake cylinder is aligned with the oil pressure apply hole of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587801Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install the snap ring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Install the joint of the snap ring toward the control valve side.
      G08554624Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  28. Installation of No. 3 brake disc set
    1. Install No. 3 brake flange, 3 No. 3 brake discs, and 3 No. 3 brake plates to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587693Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *3

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, and flange are installed in the correct order.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587804Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  29. Installation of direct clutch piston SUB-ASSY
    1. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the direct clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587805Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the No. 2 clutch balancer.
      G12587806Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install the No. 2 clutch balancer and direct clutch return spring SUB-ASSY to the direct clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587807Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Push the direct clutch piston SUB-ASSY into the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY by hand.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
    5. Place the SST on the No. 2 clutch balancer and press the direct clutch return spring SUB-ASSY using a press.

      SST 09320-89010

      CAUTION: To avoid the deformation of the spring seat, stop pressing the spring seat when it descends to 1 to 2 mm {0.0394 to 0.0787 in} from the groove of the snap ring.
    6. Install the snap ring.
      CAUTION:
      • Check that the gap of the snap ring end is not aligned with the claw of the spring retainer.
      • Do not stretch the snap ring excessively.
      G08554618Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    7. Insert the gap of the snap ring end into the No. 2 clutch balancer as shown in the figure.
      G12587809Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  30. Installation of reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587810Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587811Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Push the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY into the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY by both hands.
      G12587812Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  31. Installation of reverse clutch return spring SUB-ASSY
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587813Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the reverse clutch return spring SUB-ASSY to the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
  32. Installation of No. 3 clutch balancer
    1. Install the No. 3 clutch balancer to the reverse clutch return spring SUB-ASSY.
    2. Place the SST on the No. 3 clutch balancer and press the reverse clutch return spring SUB-ASSY using a press.

      SST 09387-00070

      CAUTION: To avoid the deformation of the spring seat, stop pressing the spring seat when it descends to 1 to 2 mm {0.0394 to 0.0787 in} from the groove of the snap ring.
    3. Install the snap ring.
      G08554613Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION:
      • Check that the gap of the snap ring end is not aligned with the claw of the spring retainer.
      • Do not stretch the snap ring excessively.
    4. Insert the gap of the snap ring end into the No. 3 clutch balancer as shown in the figure.
      G12587815Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  33. Installation of No. 2 clutch disc (direct clutch disc)
    1. Install the direct clutch flange, 5 No. 2 clutch discs, and 5 No. 2 clutch plates to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587816Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *3

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, and flange are installed in the correct order.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install 2 snap rings to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587817Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  34. Check of No. 2 clutch pack clearance (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  35. Installation of reverse clutch flange
    1. Install the reverse clutch flange to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587818Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  36. Installation of reverse clutch reaction sleeve
    1. Install the clutch cushion plate, reverse clutch flange, 4 No. 3 clutch discs, 3 No. 3 clutch plates, and reverse clutch reaction sleeve to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587819Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *3 - *4 - *5

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, flange, sleeve, and cushion plate are installed in the correct order.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring to the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587820Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  37. Check of No. 3 clutch pack clearance (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  38. Removal of reverse clutch reaction sleeve
    1. Use a flat tip screwdriver to remove the snap ring from the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587821Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
    2. Remove the reverse clutch reaction sleeve, clutch cushion plate, reverse clutch flange, 4 No. 3 clutch discs, and 3 No. 3 clutch plates from the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587822Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  39. Installation of forward clutch piston SUB-ASSY
    1. Install the coast clutch piston to the forward clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587823Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the input shaft.
      G12587824Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  40. Installation of No. 1 clutch balancer
    1. Apply ATF to a new D-ring and install it to the No. 1 clutch balancer.
      G12587825Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the No. 1 clutch balancer and forward clutch return spring SUB-ASSY to the input shaft.
      G12587826Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the D-ring.
    3. Place the SST on the No. 1 clutch balancer and press the forward clutch return spring SUB-ASSY using a press.

      SST 09387-00110

      CAUTION: To avoid the deformation of the spring seat, stop pressing the spring seat when it descends to 1 to 2 mm {0.0394 to 0.0787 in} from the groove of the snap ring.
    4. Install the snap ring.
      CAUTION:
      • Check that the gap of the snap ring end is not aligned with the claw of the spring retainer.
      • Do not stretch the snap ring excessively.
      G08554604Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    5. Insert the gap of the snap ring end into the No. 1 clutch balancer as shown in the figure.
      G12587828Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  41. Installation of No. 4 clutch disc (coast clutch disc)
    1. Install the coast clutch flange, 4 No. 4 clutch discs, and 4 No. 4 clutch plates to the forward clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587829Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *3

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, and flange are installed in the correct order.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring.
      G12587830Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the forward clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  42. Check of No. 4 clutch pack clearance (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  43. Installation of No. 1 clutch disc (forward clutch disc)
    1. Install the forward clutch flange, 4 No. 1 clutch discs, 4 No. 1 clutch plates, and clutch cushion plate to the input shaft.
      G12587831Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order: *1 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *2 - *3 - *4

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, flange, and cushion plate are installed in the correct order.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring.
      G12587832Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the input shaft.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  44. Check of No. 1 clutch pack clearance (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  45. Installation of clutch drum oil seal ring
    1. Apply ATF to 4 new clutch drum oil seal rings.
    2. Push out both ends of the 4 clutch drum oil seal rings all together and install them to the input shaft groove.
      CAUTION: Do not stretch the ring ends excessively.
      NOTE: After installing the clutch drum oil seal rings, check that they can rotate smoothly.
      G12587833Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  46. Installation of input shaft
    1. Install the input shaft to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587834Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the input shaft rear thrust bearing race and thrust needle roller bearing to the input shaft.
      G12587835Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

    Bearing and race diameter

    Item Inner Outer
    Thrust needle roller bearing 50.8mm {1.999in} 41.0mm {1.614in}
    Input shaft rear thrust bearing race 20.0mm {0.787in} 35.6mm {1.402in}
  47. Installation of No. 4 one-way clutch ASSY
    1. Install the No. 2 clutch hub thrust washer and No. 4 one-way clutch ASSY to the coast clutch hub ASSY.
      G12587836Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  48. Installation of coast clutch hub SUB-ASSY
    1. Install the coast clutch hub SUB-ASSY to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587837Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  49. Installation of forward clutch hub SUB-ASSY
    1. Install the 2 thrust needle roller bearings and No. 2 thrust bearing race to the forward clutch hub ASSY.
      G12587838Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Thrust needle roller bearing A 42.5mm {1.673in} 61.2mm {2.409in}
      Thrust needle roller bearing B 33.3mm {1.311in} 51.2mm {2.016in}
      No. 2 thrust bearing race 31.0mm {1.220in} 48.0mm {1.890in}
    2. Install the No. 3 clutch hub thrust washer and forward clutch hub SUB-ASSY to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587839Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  50. Installation of No. 3 clutch disc
    1. Install the clutch cushion plate, reverse clutch flange, 4 No. 3 clutch discs, and 3 No. 3 clutch plates to the reverse clutch hub SUB-ASSY.
      G12587840Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Installation order:: *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *2 - *1 - *3 - *4

      CAUTION: Check that the disc, plate, flange, and cushion plate are installed in the correct order.
  51. Installation of reverse clutch reaction sleeve
    1. Install the reverse clutch reaction sleeve to the reverse clutch hub SUB-ASSY.
      G12587841Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  52. Installation of reverse clutch hub SUB-ASSY
    1. Install the reverse clutch hub SUB-ASSY to the reverse clutch drum SUB-ASSY.
      G12587842Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the snap ring to the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      G12587843Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the reverse clutch piston SUB-ASSY.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
  53. Installation of No. 2 one-way clutch ASSY
    1. Install the input shaft clutch drum thrust washer and No. 2 one-way clutch ASSY to the clutch drum & input shaft ASSY.
      G12587844Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  54. Installation of clutch drum & input shaft ASSY
    1. Install the input shaft front thrust needle roller bearing and thrust needle roller bearing to the clutch drum & input ASSY.
      G12587845Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Thrust needle roller bearing 71.9mm {2.831in} 85.6mm {3.370in}
      Input shaft front thrust bearing race 37.0mm {1.457in} 51.2mm {2.016in}
      Input shaft front thrust needle roller bearing 33.5mm {1.319in} 48.0mm {1.890in}
    2. Apply petroleum jelly to the input shaft front thrust bearing race and clutch drum thrust washer, and then install them on the clutch drum & input shaft ASSY.
    3. Install the clutch drum & input shaft ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587846Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  55. Installation of oil pump ASSY
    1. Use the SST to install the oil seal to the oil pump.

      SST 499755602

    2. Apply ATF to 3 new clutch drum oil seal rings.
      G08554777Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Push out both ends of the clutch drum oil seal ring until the gap length becomes 8 mm {0.31 in} or less and install it to the stator shaft groove.
      CAUTION: Do not stretch the ring ends excessively.
      NOTE: After installing the clutch drum oil seal rings, check that the seal ring can rotate smoothly.
      G08554583Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Install the No. 1 thrust bearing race to the oil pump ASSY.
      G12587849Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      No. 1 thrust bearing race 74.2mm {2.921in} 87.7mm {3.453in}
    5. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the oil pump ASSY.
    6. Insert the oil pump ASSY into the input shaft and align the bolt hole of the oil pump ASSY with the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the O-ring.
    7. Hold the input shaft and press the oil pump lightly to slide the clutch drum oil seal ring into the clutch drum & input shaft ASSY.
    8. Install 9 bolts.

      Standard value: T=21N.m {215kgf.cm} {15.5ft.lbf}

      G08554580Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  56. Operation check of each piston (refer to ASSEMBLY )
  57. Installation of manual valve lever shaft oil seal
    1. Tap 2 manual valve lever shaft oil seals lightly to insert them into the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY using the SST and a hammer.

      SST 18657AA010

    2. Apply auto fluid WS to the manual valve lever shaft oil seal lip.
      G08554781Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  58. Installation of manual valve lever SUB-ASSY
    1. Install a new spacer to the manual valve lever SUB-ASSY.
      G12587852Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the manual valve lever shaft to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY through the manual valve lever SUB-ASSY.
    3. Tap a new spring pin lightly to insert using a hammer.
      G12587853Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Align the dent of the manual valve lever with the spacer hole and fix them together with a punch.
    5. Check that the shaft can rotate smoothly.
      G12587854Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  59. Installation of parking lock pole shaft
    1. Install a new E-ring to the parking lock pole shaft.
    2. Install the parking lock pole, parking lock pole shaft, and torsion spring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587855Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  60. Installation of parking lock rod SUB-ASSY
    1. Install the parking lock rod SUB-ASSY to the manual valve lever SUB-ASSY.
      G12587856Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  61. Installation of parking lock pole bracket
    1. Install the parking lock pole bracket to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 3 bolts.

      Standard value: T=7.3N.m {74kgf.cm} {5.4ft.lbf}

      G12587857Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Shift the manual valve lever SUB-ASSY to P position and check that the rear planetary gear is properly locked with the parking lock pole.
      G12587858Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  62. Installation of B-1 accumulator valve
    1. Install the spring and B-1 accumulator valve to the hole.

      B-1 accumulator spring

      Free length Outer diameter Color
      46.36mm {1.825in} 17.1mm {0.673in} Natural
      G12587859Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the C-3 accumulator piston.
      G12587860Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install 2 springs and C-3 accumulator piston to the hole.

      C-3 accumulator spring

      Spring Free length Outer diameter Color
      Inner 44.0mm {1.732in} 14.0mm {0.551in} Yellow
      Outer 76.65mm {3.018in} 20.1mm {0.791in} White
  63. Installation of B-3 accumulator piston
    1. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the spring SUB-ASSY to the B-3 accumulator piston with a snap ring.

      B-3 accumulator spring SUB-ASSY

      Free length Coil outer diameter Color
      25.77mm {1.015in} 16.3mm {0.642in} Violet
      G12587861Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the B-3 accumulator piston.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
    2. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the B-3 accumulator piston.
      G12587862Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install the spring and B-3 accumulator piston to the hole.

      B-3 accumulator spring

      Free length Outer diameter Color
      70.5mm {2.776in} 19.7mm {0.776in} Violet
  64. Installation of C-2 accumulator piston
    1. Use a flat tip screwdriver to install the spring SUB-ASSY to the C-2 accumulator piston with a snap ring.

      C-2 accumulator spring SUB-ASSY

      Free length Coil outer diameter Color
      15.16mm {0.597in} 11.3mm {0.445in} Natural
      G12587863Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the C-2 accumulator piston.
      NOTE: Wrap the tip of a flat tip screwdriver with tape before using it.
    2. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the C-2 accumulator piston.
      G12587864Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install the spring and C-2 accumulator piston to the hole.

      C-2 accumulator spring

      Free length Outer diameter Color
      65.07mm {2.562in} 16.2mm {0.638in} Pink
  65. Installation of check ball body
    1. Install the check ball body and compression spring to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587865Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  66. Installation of brake drum gasket
    1. Install 3 new brake drum gaskets to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587866Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  67. Installation of transmission case gasket
    1. Install 3 new transmission case gaskets on the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      G12587867Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  68. Installation of transmission valve body ASSY
    1. Couple the manual valve connecting rod SUB-ASSY to the manual valve lever SUB-ASSY.
      G12587868Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the transmission valve body ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 19 bolts.

      Standard value: T=11N.m {112kgf.cm} {8.1ft.lbf}

      NOTE: The bolt lengths are shown below.

      Bolt length:

      Bolt A: 25mm {0.984in}

      Bolt B: 36mm {1.42in}

      Bolt C: 45mm {1.77in}

      Bolt D: 50mm {1.97in}

      G12587869Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install the detent spring and detent spring cover to the transmission valve body ASSY with a bolt.

      Standard value: T=10N.m {102kgf.cm} {7.4ft.lbf}

      G12587870Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  69. Installation of transmission wire
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the transmission wire.
      G12587871Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the transmission wire with the bolt.

      Standard value: T=5.4N.m {55kgf.cm} {4.0ft.lbf}

      G12587872Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Connect 9 solenoid valve connectors.
    4. Apply ATF to the ATF temperature sensor O-ring.
      G12587873Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    5. Install the ATF temperature sensor and temperature sensor clamp with a bolt.

      Standard value: T=10N.m {102kgf.cm} {7.4ft.lbf}

      G12587874Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    6. Install the valve body wiring harness clamp with the bolt.

      Standard value: T=6.4N.m {65kgf.cm} {4.7ft.lbf}

    7. Secure the wiring harness to the clamp.
      G12587875Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  70. Installation of valve body oil strainer ASSY
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the valve body oil strainer ASSY.
      G12587876Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the valve body oil strainer ASSY to the transmission valve body ASSY with 4 bolts.

      Standard value: T=10N.m {102kgf.cm} {7.4ft.lbf}

      G12587877Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  71. Installation of automatic transmission oil pan SUB-ASSY
    1. Install 3 transmission oil cleaner magnets to the automatic transmission oil pan SUB-ASSY.
      G12587878Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install a new automatic transmission oil pan gasket and automatic transmission oil pan SUB-ASSY with 20 bolts.

      Standard value: T=7.0N.m {71kgf.cm} {5.2ft.lbf}

    3. Install the drain plug and a new gasket.

      Standard value: T=20N.m {204kgf.cm} {14.8ft.lbf}

    4. Use a 5-mm socket hexagon wrench to install the overflow plug and a new gasket.

      Standard value: T=20N.m {204kgf.cm} {14.8ft.lbf}

      G12587879Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  72. Installation of output shaft thrust bearing
    1. Install the output shaft thrust bearing race, output shaft thrust bearing, and rear output shaft thrust bearing case to the output shaft of the rear planetary gear ASSY.

      Bearing and race diameter

      Item Inner Outer
      Output shaft thrust bearing race 37.0mm {1.457in} 51.2mm {2.016in}
      Output shaft thrust bearing 36.1mm {1.421in} 52.5mm {2.067in}
      Rear output shaft thrust bearing race 36.1mm {1.421in} 51.0mm {2.007in}
    2. Use a snap ring expander to install the snap ring.
      G12587880Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Use a feeler gauge to measure the clearance between the snap ring and rear output shaft thrust bearing race.

      Normal clearance: 0.02 to 0.12mm {0.000787 to 0.00472in}

      If the clearance is out of the normal range, select another rear output shaft thrust bearing race with the clearance within the normal range.

      NOTE: There are 12 different thicknesses of rear output shaft thrust bearing races.
      G12587881Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Race thickness

      Part number Mark Thickness
      35789-35060
      G12587882Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      3.80mm {0.150in}
      35789-50070
      G12587883Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      3.85mm {0.152in}
      35789-35070
      G12587884Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      3.90mm {0.154in}
      35789-50080
      G12587885Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      3.95mm {0.156in}
      35789-35080
      G12587886Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.00mm {0.157in}
      35789-50090
      G12587887Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.05mm {0.159in}
      35789-35090
      G12587888Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.10mm {0.161in}
      35789-50100
      G12587889Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.15mm {0.163in}
      35789-35100
      G12587890Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.20mm {0.165in}
      35789-50110
      G12587891Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.25mm {0.167in}
      35789-50120
      G12587892Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.30mm {0.169in}
      35789-50130
      G12587893Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      4.35mm {0.171in}
  73. Installation of automatic transmission extension housing oil seal
    1. Tap the automatic transmission extension housing oil seal lightly to insert it into the extension housing SUB-ASSY using the SST and a hammer.

      SST 09325-40010

      Insertion depth: 5.4 to 5.8mm {0.213 to 0.228in}

    2. Apply auto fluid WS to the lip of the automatic transmission extension housing oil seal.
      G08554812Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  74. Installation of extension housing dust deflector
    1. Use the SST and a press to install a new extension housing dust deflector to the extension housing SUB-ASSY.

      SST 398177700

      G12587895Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  75. Installation of transmission case adapter radial ball bearing
    1. Install the transmission case adapter radial ball bearing to the extension housing SUB-ASSY.
    2. Use snap ring pliers to install the snap ring to the extension housing SUB-ASSY.
      G12587896Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  76. Installation of extension housing SUB-ASSY
    1. Clean the threads of the 6 bolts and the contact surfaces of the case and housing with appropriate detergent to remove grease.
    2. Apply seal gasket to the extension housing SUB-ASSY as shown in the figure.
      G12587897Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Seal gasket: Three Bond 1281 or the equivalent

      CAUTION: Assemble the extension housing SUB-ASSY within 10 minutes after applying seal gasket.
    3. Apply Adhesive to 2 or 3 threads at the tip of the 6 bolts.
      G12587898Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Adhesive: Three Bond 1344 or the equivalent

    4. Install the extension housing SUB-ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 6 bolts.

      Standard value: T=34N.m {345kgf.cm} {25.1ft.lbf}

      NOTE: The bolt lengths are shown below.

      Bolt length

      Bolt A: 40mm {1.575in} Bolt B: 45mm {1.772in}

      G12587899Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  77. Installation of automatic transmission housing
    1. Clean the bolts and the bolt holes with appropriate detergent to remove grease.
    2. Install the automatic transmission housing to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 6 bolts.

      Standard value: T=34N.m {345kgf.cm} {25.1ft.lbf}

      G12587900Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Apply Adhesive to 2 or 3 threads at the tip of the 4 bolts.
      G12587901Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Adhesive: Three Bond 1344 or the equivalent

    4. Install the automatic transmission housing to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 4 bolts.

      Standard value: Bolt A (M10 bolt)

      T=34N.m {345kgf.cm} {25.1ft.lbf}

      Bolt B (M12 bolt)

      T=57N.m {579kgf.cm} {42.0ft.lbf}

      G12587902Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  78. Installation of automatic transmission case plug
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the automatic transmission case plug.
    2. Use a TORX socket wrench T55 to install the automatic transmission case plug to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.

      Standard value: T=39N.m {400kgf.cm} {28.8ft.lbf}

      G12587903Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Apply ATF to 5 new O-rings and install them to the 5 automatic transmission case plugs.
    4. Install the 5 automatic transmission case plugs to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.

      Standard value: T=7.4N.m {75kgf.cm} {5.5ft.lbf}

      G12587904Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  79. Installation of automatic transmission breather tube
    1. Clean and degrease the transmission case SUB-ASSY mounting area of the breather tube with appropriate detergent.
    2. Degrease the breather tube insert hole of the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
      CAUTION: Keep foreign matter from entering automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.
    3. Apply Adhesive to the entire perimeter of the automatic transmission breather tube that fits to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.

      Adhesive: Three Bond 1281 or the equivalent

      CAUTION: Keep the Adhesive applied area from coming in contact with foreign matter.
      G12587905Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Install the automatic transmission breather tube to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 2 bolts.
      CAUTION: Do not use excessive force to insert it into the case SUB-ASSY.

      Standard value: T=5.4N.m {55kgf.cm} {4.0ft.lbf}

      G12587906Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  80. Installation of transmission revolution sensor
    1. Apply ATF to 2 new O-rings and install them to the 2 transmission revolution sensors.
    2. Install the 2 transmission revolution sensors to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with 2 bolts.

      Standard value: T=5.4N.m {55kgf.cm} {4.0ft.lbf}

      G12587907Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  81. Installation of transmission oil cooler
    1. Install the 2 oil cooler tube unions to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY.

      Standard value: T=29.4N.m {300kgf.cm} {21.7ft.lbf}

      G12587908Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  82. Installation of neutral start switch ASSY
    1. Clean the bolt and the bolt hole.
    2. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads at the tip of the bolt.
      G12587909Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Adhesive: Three Bond 1344 or the equivalent

    3. Temporarily install the neutral start switch ASSY to the automatic transmission case SUB-ASSY with the bolt.
      G12587910Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Install a new lock washer and a nut.

      Standard value: T=6.9N.m {70kgf.cm} {5.1ft.lbf}

    5. Turn the transmission control shaft lever RH counterclockwise until it stops, then turn it clockwise by 2 notches to set to N position.
      G12587911Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    6. Align the neutral basic line with the groove as shown in the figure and tighten the bolt.
      G11259854Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value: T=13N.m {130kgf.cm} {9.6ft.lbf}

    7. Use a flat tip screwdriver to bend the tab of the lock washer.
      G12587913Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  83. Installation of transmission control shaft lever RH
    1. Install the transmission control shaft lever RH to the neutral start switch ASSY with the spring washer and the nut.

      Standard value: T=16N.m {160kgf.cm} {11.8ft.lbf}

      G12587914Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  84. Installation of refill plug.
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the refill plug.
    2. Install the refill plug.

      Standard value: T=39N.m {400kgf.cm} {28.8ft.lbf}