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Automatic Transmission Assembly: Installation

  1. Install the ST to converter case.

    ST 498277200 STOPPER SET

    Fig 1: Installing Stopper Set ST 498277200 To Converter Case
    G03831658Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the transmission onto engine.
    1. Lift up the transmission gradually using a transmission jack.
    2. Engage them at splines.
  3. Install the engine mounting bolt (lower side).

    Tightening torque: 

    50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb) 

  4. Install the transmission rear crossmember.

    Tightening torque: 

    75 N.m (7.6kgf-m, 55.3 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Installing Transmission Rear Crossmember
    G03831659Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Take off the transmission jack.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Install the engine mounting bolt (upper side).

    Tightening torque: 

    50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb) 

  8. Remove the ST from converter case.

    ST 498277200 STOPPER SET

  9. Install the starter. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Starter. >
  10. Install the torque converter to drive plate.
    1. Install the bolts which hold torque converter to drive plate.
    2. Install all four bolts by rotating the crank pulley a little at a time.
    3. Install the service hole.

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18 ft-lb) 

  11. Remove the ST and install the pitching stopper bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    40 N.m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Installing Pitching Stopper Bracket
    G03831660Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Install the pitching stopper.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb) 

    T2: 58 N.m (5.9 kgf-m, 42.8 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Installing Pitching Stopper
    G03831661Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Lift-up the vehicle.
  14. Replace the front differential side retainer oil seal.
    1. Remove the oil seal by using flat tip screwdriver and etc.
    2. Fit a new oil seal using ST.

    ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

    NOTE:
    • Apply oil to the oil seal lips.
    • Always replace the differential side oil seal after extracting front drive shaft from the transmission.
    Fig 5: Removing Oil Seal
    G03831662Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  15. Apply grease to the oil seal lips.
  16. Set the ST to the side retainer.

    ST 28399SA000 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

    Fig 6: Setting Oil Seal Protector ST 28399Sa000 To Side Retainer
    G03831663Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  17. Install the front drive shaft into transmission.
    NOTE: Replace the circlip of drive shaft with a new one.
  18. Install the front drive shaft into transmission, remove the ST and insert the drive shaft securely.

    ST 28399SA000 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

  19. Install the inlet and outlet hoses to the ATF inlet and outlet pipes.
    Fig 7: Installing Inlet And Outlet Hoses To ATF Inlet And Outlet Pipes
    G03831664Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  20. Insert the ball joint into housing. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Ball Joint. >
  21. Install the front stabilizer bracket. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Stabilizer. >
  22. Screw the securing bolts for clutch housing cover.
    Fig 8: Screwing Securing Bolts For Clutch Housing Cover (1 Of 2)
    G03831665Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 9: Screwing Securing Bolts For Clutch Housing Cover (2 Of 2)
    G03831666Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  23. Install the front crossmember support plate. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Crossmember Support Plate. >
  24. Install the propeller shaft. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Propeller Shaft. >
  25. Install the shift select cable. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Select Cable. >
  26. Install the turbine speed sensor 1 and harness, and then connect the connector.

    Tightening torque: 

    7 N.m (0.7kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 10: Installing Turbine Speed Sensor 1 And Harness
    G03831667Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  27. Install the oil charge pipe.

    Tightening torque: 

    41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 11: Installing Oil Charge Pipe
    G03831668Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  28. Install the heat shield cover.
    Fig 12: Installing Heat Shield Cover
    G03831669Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  29. Install the center exhaust pipe, rear exhaust pipe and muffler. (Turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe.> < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe.> < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
  30. Install the front exhaust pipe, rear exhaust pipe and muffler. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe.> < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe.> < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
  31. Install the under cover.
  32. Lower the vehicle.
  33. Install the air cleaner hose.

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case. >

  34. Install the air intake duct.

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Duct. >

  35. Connect the following connectors.
    • Turbo model
      1. Transmission harness connectors
        Fig 13: Connecting Transmission Harness Connectors (Turbo Model)
        G03831670Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      2. Front oxygen (A/F) sensor
      Fig 14: Connecting Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor (Turbo Model)
      G03831671Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Non-turbo model
    Fig 15: Connecting Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor And Transmission Harness Connector (Non-Turbo Model)
    G03831672Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  36. Install the intercooler stay RH and engine hanger rear. (Turbo model)
    Fig 16: Installing Intercooler Stay RH And Engine Hanger Rear (Turbo Model)
    G03831673Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  37. Install the engine hanger rear, and then connect the engine harness connector. (Non-turbo model)
    Fig 17: Connecting Engine Harness Connector (Non-Turbo Model)
    G03831674Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  38. Install the water by-pass pipe. (Turbo model)
    Fig 18: Installing Water By-Pass Pipe (Turbo Model)
    G03831675Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  39. Pour ATF from the oil charge pipe. < Ref. to , REPLACEMENT , Automatic Transmission Fluid. >
  40. Install the air breather hose. < Ref. to , INSTALLATION , Air Breather Hose. >
  41. Install the intercooler. (Turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , lntercooler. >
  42. Install the air intake chamber. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Chamber. >
  43. Install the air cleaner case. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case. >
  44. Install the collector cover.
  45. Connect the battery ground cable to battery.
  46. Perform the Clear Memory 2. < Ref. to , CLEAR MEMORY MODE , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor. >
    1. Connect the Subaru Select Monitor to data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF) and turn Subaru Select Monitor switch to ON.
    3. Ensure that the select lever is in "P" range.
    4. On the << Main Menu>> display screen, select the {Each System Check} and press the [YES] key.
    5. On the << System Selection Menu>> display screen, select the {Transmission} and press the [YES] key.
    6. Press the [YES] key after the information of transmission type has been displayed.
    7. On the << Transmission Diagnosis>> display screen, select the {Clear Memory 2} and press the [YES] key.
  47. Perform the inspection with driving the vehicle at the end of repair work and make sure there is no faulty as below;
    • Excessive shift shock
    • Oil leakage from transmission proper and etc.
    • Occurrence of noise caused by interference etc.
    NOTE: If excessive shift shock is felt, execute the advance operation of learning control. < Ref. to , PROCEDURE , Learning Control. >