FixVault

Extension Case Oil Seal: Replacement

NOTE: Replace it only for TURBO model.
  1. Clean the transmission exterior.
  2. Drain the ATF completely.
    NOTE: Tighten the ATF drain plug after draining the ATF.

    Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pan, Drain Plug And Differential Oil Drain Plug
    G04990310Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler. NON-TURBO model

    < Ref. to REMOVAL , REAR EXHAUST PIPE > and < Ref. to REMOVAL , MUFFLER > TURBO model

    < Ref. to REMOVAL , REAR EXHAUST PIPE > and < Ref. to REMOVAL , MUFFLER. >

  4. Remove the heat shield cover. (If equipped)
  5. Remove the propeller shaft. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Propeller Shaft . >
  6. Using the ST, remove the oil seal. ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY
  7. Using the ST, install the oil seal. ST 498057300 INSTALLER
  8. Install the propeller shaft. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Propeller Shaft . >
  9. Install the heat shield cover. (If equipped)
  10. Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler. NON-TURBO model

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , REAR EXHAUST PIPE > and < Ref. to INSTALLATION , MUFFLER. > TURBO model

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , REAR EXHAUST PIPE > and < Ref. to INSTALLATION , MUFFLER. >

  11. Pour ATF and check the ATF level. < Ref. to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID . >