Subaru Legacy 2003 Service Manual page 2109

CONTROL SYSTEMS
9) Check the swing torque of the rod in relation to
the gear shift lever.
10) Check that there is no excessive play and that
parts move smoothly.
E: INSPECTION
1) Check each part (bushing, cushion rubber, spac-
er, boot, stay and rod, etc.) for deformation, dam-
age and wear. Repair or replace any defective part.
Determine defective parts by comparing with new
parts.
( A )
( E )
(A) Bushing
(B) Cushion rubber
(C) Spacer
(D) Boot
(E) Stay
(F) Rod
2) Check the swing torque of the rod in relation of
the gear shift lever.
If the torque exceeds the specification, replace
bushing or retighten nuts.
MT GEAR SHIFT LEVER
( F )
( A )
( C )
( D )
( B )
CS-00064
Swing torque:
3.7 N (0.38 kgf, 0.84 lb) or less
(A) Center of rotation
(B) Swing torque
CS-20
(A)
(B)
CS-00116