Outback [Legacy] AWD F4-2.5L DOHC (1996)
Axle Bearing: Service and Repair
Front Axle Hub
Removal
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect ground cable from battery.
2) Jack-up vehicle, support it with safety stands, and remove front wheels.
3) Unlock axle nut.
4) Remove axle nut using a socket wrench.
CAUTION: Be sure to loose and retighten axle nut after removing wheel from vehicle. Failure to follow this rule may damage wheel bearings.
5) Remove stabilizer link.
6) Remove DOJ from transmission spindle.
7) Remove front drive shaft assembly from hub. If it is hard to remove, use STs.
ST1 926470000 AXLE SHAFT PULLER
ST2 927140000 PLATE
CAUTION:
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Be careful not to damage oil seal lip when removing front drive shaft.
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When replacing front drive shaft, also replace inner oil seal.
8) Remove disc brake caliper from housing, and suspend it from strut using a wire.
