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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 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>PREPARATION FOR OVERHAUL>PROCEDURE>AFTER OVERHAUL .
  2. Replace with a new differential side retainer oil seal. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>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) 

    Fig 1: Transmission Rear Crossmember Bolts And Nuts With Torque Specification
    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. Connect the select cable to the transmission main body.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
    G13591814Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Set the washer before installing the snap pin.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    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 bolts (4 places) 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.
    NOTE: Use the following formula to calculate the reading of a torque wrench when tightening with a crowfoot wrench.
    TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

    Calculation formula
    T = 19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb) x L1/(L1 + L2)
    T: Reading of the torque wrench
    L1: Effective length of the torque wrench
    L2: Effective length of the crowfoot wrench
    NOTE: If the effective length of the tool used is unknown, consult the manufacturer of the tool.
    G11253181Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    1. Effective length of the crowfoot wrench (L2)
    2. Effective length of the torque wrench (L1)
    3. Center of the open end of crowfoot wrench
    4. Center of drive square of the torque wrench
    5. Center of the position where a force is applied by hand

    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 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)>INSTALLATION .
  21. Install the CVTF cooler (with warmer feature).
    1. Install a new CVTF cooler inlet hose (A) and a new CVTF cooler outlet hose (B).
      NOTE: Install the hose with the mark facing upward.
      G13591996Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      G13225627Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Install the CVTF cooler (with warmer feature).

      Tightening torque: 

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

    3. Connect the CVTF cooler inlet hose and CVTF cooler 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. Release the shift lock using a screwdriver, etc. and shift the select lever to the "P range".
  26. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  27. Apply the parking brake.
  28. Fill differential gear oil. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL>REPLACEMENT .
  29. Fill with CVTF. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>CVTF>REPLACEMENT .
  30. Perform the [Clear AT learning value] and [AT learning mode] using Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>AT LEARNING .
  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 .
  32. Perform the road test to make sure there is no fault. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580 (EXCEPT FOR WILDERNESS))>ROAD TEST>INSPECTION .