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Inhibitor Switch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Move select lever to neutral position.
  2. Remove air cleaner case and duct.
  3. Disconnect inhibitor switch connector "A".
    Fig 1: Identifying Inhibitor Switch Connector "A"
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  4. Remove front exhaust pipe.
  5. Remove snap pin from range select lever.
    Fig 2: Removing Snap Pin From Range Select Lever
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  6. Remove plate assembly from transmission case.
    Fig 3: Removing Plate Assembly From Transmission Case
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  7. Remove bolts.
    Fig 4: Removing Bolts
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  8. Move range select lever to parking position (left side).
    Fig 5: Moving Range Select Lever To Parking Position (Left Side)
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  9. Remove inhibitor switch from transmission.
    Fig 6: Removing Inhibitor Switch From Transmission
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