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Front Differential Assembly: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru Legacy, and 2004 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the differential side retainers using ST.

    ST 499787000 WRENCH ASSY

  2. Install the bearing outer race to transmission case.
  3. Install the differential assembly.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to fold the sealing lip of oil seal.
    • Wrap the right and left spline sections of axle shaft with vinyl tape to prevent scratches.
    Fig 1: Installing Differential Assembly
    G00916524Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the main shaft assembly.

    Refer to INSTALLATION  , Main Shaft Assembly.

  5. Install the drive pinion assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION  , Drive Pinion Shaft Assembly.
  6. Install the transmission case. Refer to INSTALLATION  , Transmission Case.
  7. Install the transfer case with extension case assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION  , Transfer Case and Extension Case Assembly.
  8. Install the manual transmission assembly to vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION  , Manual Transmission Assembly.
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