I have a 2022 Outback Limited and also ran into the problem of installing the OEM transmission under the guard. Same general story Subaru parts website showing it fits all levels but found the rear mounting bracket and under guard plate mismatched by about 3″. Contacted the parts department and they said the site of the internet is incorrect and the under guard transmission ONLY fits Turbo vehicles.It was further stated that the subframe is positioned further forward on turbo vehicles so the rear mounting bracket will not line up properly on non turbo vehicles.Great to i know after questioning my sanity for 2 hours and watching some youtube videos thinking i was doing something wrong.
The front mounting points line up perfectly, and the rear mounting bracket mounts well… only the bracket is 3″ forward of the intended rear mounting locations. Clearances are good otherwise, and I’m thinking to drill 2 new holes to fit the brackets. I’ve positioned everything and checked the clearances around and it looks like this would work… the downsides are that 3″ of undershield “excess” sticks out from the mounting bracket… and obviously that I’m forcing something to fit differently than it was designed to.
My options are to go back under guard, modify the installation, or consider a third party option. Thoughts?
