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Converter Case: Removal

  1. Remove the transmission assembly from vehicle body. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Automatic Transmission Assembly.>
  2. Remove the torque converter assembly. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Torque Converter Assembly.>
  3. Remove the transmission harness connector from stay.
  4. Remove the turbine speed sensor 1. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Turbine Speed Sensor 1.>
  5. Remove the oil charge pipe. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Oil Charge Pipe.>
  6. Remove the ATF inlet and outlet pipes. <Ref. to REMOVAL , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.>
  7. Remove the converter case attachment bolts.
  8. Lay along the transmission body, and then remove the oil pan.
  9. Remove the three converter case mounting bolts (TORX®).

    ST 18676AA020 TORX® WRENCH

    Fig 1: Identifying Converter Case Mounting Bolts
    G05668863Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Separate the converter case by lightly tapping with plastic hammer.
  11. Remove the front differential assembly. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Differential Assembly.>
  12. Remove the oil seal from converter case.