Impreza Outback Sport AWD F4-2.5L SOHC (2002)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear Drive Shaft
Removal and Installation
A: REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Lift-up the vehicle, and remove the rear wheel cap and wheels.
CAUTION: Be sure to loosen and retighten axle nut after removing wheel from vehicle. Failure to follow this rule may damage wheel bearings.
3. Unlock the axle nut.
4. Remove the DOJ from rear differential using ST.
ST 28099PA100 DRIVE SHAFT REMOVER
NOTE: The side spline shaft circlip comes out together with the shaft.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the side bearing retainer. Always use bolt as shown in figure, as supporting point for ST during removal.
ST 28099PA100 DRIVE SHAFT REMOVER
5. Remove the axle nut and drive shaft. If it is hard to remove, use ST1 and ST2.
ST1 926470000 AXLE SHAFT PULLER
ST2 927140000 AXLE SHAFT PULLER PLATE
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage tone wheel when removing rear drive shaft.
B: INSTALLATION
1. Insert the BJ or EBJ into the rear hub splines.
