Impreza 2.5 RS Sedan AWD F4-2.5L SOHC (2002)
11. Place the drive shaft in a vise between wooden blocks.
CAUTION: Do not place drive shaft directly in the vise; use wooden block.
12. Raise the boot band claws by means of screwdriver and hammer.
13. Cut and remove the boot.
CAUTION: The boot must be replaced with a new one whenever it is removed.
14. Thus, disassembly of axle is completed, but BJ cannot be disassembled.
D: ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Use specified grease.
EBJ side: NTG2218 (Pan No. 28093AA000)
SFJ side: SSG6003 (Pat No. 28093TA000)
1. Place the EBJ boot and small boot band on the BJ side of shaft.
CAUTION: Be sure to wrap shaft splines with vinyl tape to prevent boot from scratches.
2. Place the drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION: Do not place drive shaft directly in the vise; use wooden blocks.
3. Apply a coat of specified grease [60 to 70 g (2.12 to 2.47 oz)] to EBJ.
