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Transmission Assembly: Installation

  1. When having overhauled the transmission body, refer to "Preparation for overhaul". Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>PREPARATION FOR OVERHAUL>PROCEDURE>AFTER OVERHAUL .
  2. Replace the differential side retainer oil seal with a new part. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>DIFFERENTIAL SIDE RETAINER OIL SEAL>REPLACEMENT .
  3. Install the transmission case cover (rear).

    Tightening torque: 

    8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb)

  4. Install the rear cushion rubber.

    Tightening torque: 

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

  5. Place the transmission body on the transmission jack.
  6. Strike and bend the transmission hanger with a rubber hammer etc. so that it gets in contact with the transmission case.
    CAUTION: Do not apply extra overload or impact to the transmission case.
    G08317747Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the transmission body.
    NOTE:
    • Adjust the position and angle of the transmission jack and engine body if necessary.
    • Temporarily install the bolts and nuts which hold lower side of the transmission.
    G08317742Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the transmission rear crossmember.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 35 N.m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)

    T2: 70 N.m (7.1 kgf-m, 51.6 ft-lb)

    G11255542Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the transmission jack.
  10. Tighten the bolts and nuts which hold lower side of the transmission.

    Tightening torque: 

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

  11. Install the exhaust hanger bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    23 N.m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 ft-lb)

  12. Install the select cable to the transmission body.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

    G12392796Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    G13225470Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Install the bolts which hold upper side of transmission.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G08317735Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  14. Install the propeller shaft. Ref. to PROPELLER SHAFT/DRIVE SHAFT/AXLE>PROPELLER SHAFT>INSTALLATION .
  15. Install the front drive shaft. Ref. to PROPELLER SHAFT/DRIVE SHAFT/AXLE>FRONT DRIVE SHAFT>INSTALLATION .
  16. Remove ST (ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET and ENGINE SUPPORT).
  17. Install the torque converter to drive plate.
    1. Remove the ST from converter case.
      NOTE: Be careful not to drop the ST into the converter case when removing the ST.
      G13224276Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Insert the wrench into the crank pulley bolt, and rotate the crank pulley to attach the four bolts securing the torque converter to the drive plate.
      NOTE: Be careful not to drop bolts into the converter housing.

      Tightening torque: 

      25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

    3. Install the plug (B) to the service hole, and connect the connector (A).
      G13224274Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Install the PCV hose. Ref. to EMISSION CONTROL (AUX. EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES) (H4DO)>PCV HOSE>INSTALLATION>PCV HOSE NO. 1 .
  18. Install the engine wiring harness stay.
    1. Install the engine wiring harness stay, and install the clip (A).

      Tightening torque: 

      19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)

    2. Install the engine ground and the harness case.

      Tightening torque: 

      19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)

    G13225630Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  19. Install the starter. Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DO)>STARTER>INSTALLATION .
  20. Install the TCM. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)>INSTALLATION .
  21. Install the CVT cooler (with warmer feature).
    1. Install a new CVT inlet hose (A) and a new CVT outlet hose (B).
      G13225627Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the CVT cooler (with warmer feature).

      Tightening torque: 

      23 N.m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 ft-lb)

    3. Connect the CVT inlet hose and CVT outlet hose.
    G13225625Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  22. Install the engine rear hanger.

    Tightening torque: 

    21 N.m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.5 ft-lb)

  23. Connect the transmission harness connector to the engine wiring harness.
  24. Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>INSTALLATION .
  25. Shift the select lever to "P range".
  26. Connect the battery ground terrrinal. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  27. Apply the parking brake.
  28. Fill differential gear oil. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL>REPLACEMENT .
  29. Fill with CVT. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>CVTF>REPLACEMENT .
  30. Perform Clear AT learning value and AT learning mode using the Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>AT LEARNING .
    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Help" of application.
  31. When the transmission body or hypoid gear set was replaced, perform the rear differential inspection mode using the Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to DIFFERENTIALS>REAR DIFFERENTIAL INSPECTION MODE .
    NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Help" of application.
  32. Perform the road test to make sure there is no fault. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>ROAD TEST>INSPECTION .
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