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Preparation for Overhaul: Procedure

  1. Clean the transmission exterior.
  2. Remove the torque converter assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Torque Converter Assembly. >
  3. Attach the ST on the transmission.

    ST 18632AA000 STAND ASSY

    Fig 1: Attaching Stand ASSY ST18632Aa000 On Transmission
    G10293264Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the transmission cover on the transmission upper side.
    NOTE: Install using the following tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 

    8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Cover On Transmission Upper Side
    G10268148Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Place the transmission assembly on end.