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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2010OUTBACK SPORT F4-2.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMNEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCHADJUSTMENTS
2010 Subaru Outback Sport F4-2.5L SOHC
Neutral Safety Switch: Adjustments
2010 Subaru Outback Sport F4-2.5L SOHCSECTION Adjustments
Inhibitor Switch
ADJUSTMENT
1) Set the select lever to "N" range.
2) Loosen the two bolts holding the inhibitor switch.
3) Insert the ST as vertical as possible into the holes of the shifter arm and switch body.
ST 499267300 STOPPER PIN
4) T1ghten the two bolts holding the inhibitor switch.
Tightening torque:
5 Nm (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)
5) Repeat the inspection of the inhibitor switch. If the inhibitor switch is determined to be "faulty", replace it.
ADJUSTMENT
1) Set the select lever to "N" range.
2) Loosen the two bolts holding the inhibitor switch.
3) Insert the ST as vertical as possible into the holes of the shifter arm and switch body.
ST 499267300 STOPPER PIN
4) T1ghten the two bolts holding the inhibitor switch.
Tightening torque:
5 Nm (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)
5) Repeat the inspection of the inhibitor switch. If the inhibitor switch is determined to be "faulty", replace it.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.