Legacy Outback Ltd Sedan AWD F4-2.5L SOHC (2001)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
A: REPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect ground cable from battery.
2. Move select lever or gear shift lever to "N".
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Remove rear differential protector. (if equipped)
5. Remove oil drain plug, and drain gear oil.
6. Install oil drain plug.
Tightening torque:
T-type: 49 Nm (5.0 kgf-m, 36.2 ft. lbs.)
VA-type: 33 Nm (3.4 kgf-m, 24.6 ft. lbs.)
7. Jack-up rear wheels and support the vehicle body with sturdy racks.
8. Remove rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
9. Remove propeller shaft from body.
10. Remove self-locking nut while holding companion flange with ST.
ST 498427200 FLANGE WRENCH
