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Select Cable: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Check that the protector (b) is set between the clamps (a).
  • If the protector (b) is offset, set it between the clamps (a).
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  1. Install the select cable to cable plate.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to twist the boot.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

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  2. Set a new clamp on the select lever and secure it by bending the claw.
    NOTE: Set so that the claw faces toward the rear side.
  3. Insert the select cable into the select lever and secure it with the clamp.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
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  4. Temporarily Install the adjusting nut to the select cable.
  5. Connect the select cable to the transmission main body.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
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    NOTE: Set the washer before installing the snap pin.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    • Except for Crosstrek hybrid model
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    • Crosstrek hybrid model
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  6. Shift the select lever to the "N" range, and then adjust the select cable position. Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SELECT CABLE>ADJUSTMENT .
  7. Install the inhibitor cover. (Crosstrek hybrid model)

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

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  8. Install the center exhaust cover and rear exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Shift the select lever to "P range".
  11. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE: For the hybrid model, connect the battery negative terminal.