Except Sport Shift Model

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove four washers and then detach rubber boot.
Remove bolts and then remove cable bracket and plate.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts, Cable Bracket And Plate
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Remove select lever grip.
Detach indicator cover and pattern plate.

Fig 2: Detaching Indicator Cover And Pattern Plate
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Disconnect solenoid assembly connector.
While pressing shift lock cancel button, remove shift lock solenoid assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Shift Lock Solenoid Assembly
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Remove indicator light.

Fig 4: Removing Indicator Light
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Remove indicator bulb.
Remove indicator light cover.

Fig 5: Removing Indicator Light Cover
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Remove cushion.

Fig 6: Removing Cushion
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Tilt lever forward and pull down to separate it from frame.

Fig 7: Tilting Lever Forward
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Remove clip, and "P" position switch with harness.

Fig 8: Removing Clip, And "P" Position Switch With Harness
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Remove detent spring.

Fig 9: Removing Detent Spring
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Remove spring.
CAUTION: Wear goggles. Do not allow spring to fly out during removal.
Remove bolt and then disconnect lever upper and lever lower.

Fig 10: Disconnecting Lever Upper And Lever Lower
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