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Rear Differential

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When replacing a rear differential assembly, select the correct one according to the following table.

NOTE:
  • Using a different rear differential assembly will cause he drive train and tires to drag or emit abnormal noise.
  • For option code, refer to "ID" section. < Ref. to IDENTIFICATION , Identification. >
Model 2.5 L non-turbo 2.0 L turbo
CVT 6MT CVT
Rear differential type VA1-type T-type T-type
Identification XD B4 X1
LSD type -
Type of gear Hypoid gear
Gear ratio (number of gear teeth) 3.700 (37/10) 4.444 (40/9) 4.111 (37/9)
Oil capacity 0.8 L (0.8 US qt, 0.7 Imp qt)
Rear differential gear oil GL-5