Inhibitor Switch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Subaru Outback and 2002 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Move select lever to neutral position.
Remove air cleaner case or air intake chamber.
Refer to REMOVAL , Air Cleaner Case. (2.5L Model)

Refer to REMOVAL , Air Intake Chamber. (3.0L Model)
Disconnect inhibitor switch connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Inhibitor Switch Connector
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Remove front exhaust pipe with center exhaust pipe.
Refer to REMOVAL , Front Exhaust Pipe. (2.5L Model)

Refer to REMOVAL , Front Exhaust Pipe. (3.0L Model)
Remove snap pin from range select lever.

Fig 2: Removing Snap Pin From Range Select Lever
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Remove plate assembly from transmission case.

Fig 3: Removing Plate Assembly From Transmission Case
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Remove bolts.

Fig 4: Removing Inhibitor Switch Bolts
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Move range select lever to parking position (left side).

Fig 5: Moving Range Select Lever To Parking Position (Left Side)
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Remove inhibitor switch from transmission.

Fig 6: Removing Inhibitor Switch From Transmission
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Disconnect inhibitor switch harness connector from inhibitor switch.