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Side Retainer

  1. Install the oil seal.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new oil seal.
    • Apply transmission gear oil to the oil seal lips, and install the oil seal while being careful not to deform the lip.
    • Using the ST, install the oil seal by lightly tapping with a plastic hammer.

    ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

    Fig 1: Installing Differential Side Oil Seal
    G05003119Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the O-ring.
    NOTE:
    • Use new O-rings.
    • Apply gear oil to O-ring.
    • Do not stretch or damage the O-ring.
      Fig 2: Identifying Side Retainer O-Ring
      G05003111Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.