Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Front Drive Shaft Assembly
ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Use specified grease.
AC side: HTB-J (Part No. 28395SA010)
AAR side: One Luber C (Part No. 28395SA000
1. Place the AC boot and small boot band on AC side of shaft.
NOTE: Be sure to wrap the shaft splines with vinyl tape to prevent boot from scratches.
2. Place the drive shaft in a vise.
NOTE: Do not place the drive shaft directly in the vise; use wooden blocks.
3. Apply a coat of specified grease [80 to 85 g (2.82 to 3.0 oz)] to AC.
4. Apply an even coat of specified grease [20 to 30 g (0.71 to 1.06 oz)] to the entire inner surface of boot. Also apply grease to the shaft.
NOTE: The inside of the larger end of AC boot and boot groove shall be cleaned so as to be free from grease and other substances.
5. Install the boot projecting portion to AC groove.
6. Set the large boot band in place.
NOTE: Make sure to recognize the position of retainer.