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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1990XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSCUSTOMER INTERESTFIRST GEAR DISENGAGEMENT PROBLEMPROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES USING A BUSHING
1990 Subaru XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHC
Procedure For Vehicles Using A Bushing
1990 Subaru XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHCSECTION Procedure For Vehicles Using A Bushing
FIRST DRIVEN GEAR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES USING A BUSHING THESE ARE FWD LEGACY, SELECTIVE 4WD, FWD TURBO VEHICLES.
1) Measure the outer diameter of the bushing, Part Number 32249AA003 at three different locations 120 degrees apart.. Use the greater of the three measurements.
2) In cases where a new bushing is installed, measurements are to be taken after it is press fitted onto the drive pinion shaft.
NOTE: If the outer diameter is not within the following range replace the bushing with a new one:
41.954 - 41.996 mm (1.6529 - 1.6546 in.)
3) Select a suitable first gear from the chart below using the largest of the three measurements obtained from the bushing.
4) This chart is for information only that shows the supersession of part numbers and the difference in clearances new and old.
1) Measure the outer diameter of the bushing, Part Number 32249AA003 at three different locations 120 degrees apart.. Use the greater of the three measurements.
2) In cases where a new bushing is installed, measurements are to be taken after it is press fitted onto the drive pinion shaft.
NOTE: If the outer diameter is not within the following range replace the bushing with a new one:
41.954 - 41.996 mm (1.6529 - 1.6546 in.)
3) Select a suitable first gear from the chart below using the largest of the three measurements obtained from the bushing.
4) This chart is for information only that shows the supersession of part numbers and the difference in clearances new and old.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.