Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Front Drive Shaft Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. Place alignment marks on the shaft and outer race.
2. Remove the AAR boot band and boot.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the boot.
3. Remove the retainer from AAR outer race.
4. Remove the AAR outer race from shaft assembly.
5. Wipe off the grease.
NOTE: The grease is a special grease. Do not confuse with other greases.
6. Place an alignment mark on the trunnion and shaft.
7. Remove the snap ring and trunnion.
8. Remove the spider.