Outback VDC Wagon AWD F6-3.0L (2002)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
INSPECTION
Check front oil seal portion for oil leakage, if any leak is found, replace the oil seal and inspect propeller shaft.
REPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
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.
NOTE:
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Apply fluid packing to oil drain plug in T-type. VA-type uses a new aluminum gasket.
Fluid packing: THREE BOND 1105 or equivalent
Tightening torque:
T-type; 49 Nm (5.0 kgf-cm, 36.2 ft. lbs.)
VA-type; 34 Nm (3.5 kgf-cm, 25.3 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