Outback Sport F4-2.5L SOHC (2005)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Front Drive Shaft Installation
Front Drive Shaft
INSTALLATION
1. Using the ST, replace the differential side retainer oil seal with a new one.
ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER
NOTE: After pulling out the drive shaft, be sure to replace with a new oil seal.
2. Insert the EBJ into hub splines.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the inner oil seal lip and tone wheel.
3. Using the ST1 and ST2, pull the drive shaft into place.
ST1 922431000 AXLE SHAFT INSTALLER
ST2 927390000 ADAPTER
4. Tighten the axle nut temporarily.
5. Using the ST, install the front drive shaft to transmission.
ST28399SA010OIL SEAL PROTECTOR
6. Connect the transverse link to housing.
Tightening torque: 49 Nm (5.0 kgf-m, 36 ft. lbs.)
7. Install the stabilizer bracket.
8. While depressing the brake pedal, tighten the axle nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque: 220 Nm (22.4 kgf-m, 162 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION:
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Always tighten the axle nut before installing wheel on vehicle. If the tire is installed and comes in contact with ground when axle nut is loose,
wheel bearings may be damaged.