Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
8. Using the ST1 and ST2, pull the rear drive shaft into place.
ST1 922431000 AXLE SHAFT INSTALLER
ST2 92739000 ADAPTER
9. Tighten a new axle nut to the specified torque with brake pedal depressed.
Tightening torque: 186 Nm (19 kgf-m, 137 ft. lbs.)
10. Lock the axle nut.
11. Install the wheel.
Rear Drive Shaft Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. Straighten the bent claw of larger end of DOJ boot.
2. Loosen the band by means of screwdriver or pliers with care of not damaging boot.
3. Remove the boot band on the small end of DOJ boot in the same manner.
4. Remove the larger end of DOJ boot from DOJ outer race.
5. Pry and remove the round circlip located at neck of DOJ outer race with a screwdriver.
6. Take out the DOJ outer race from shaft assembly.
7. Wipe off the grease, and then take out the balls.