Legacy Outback Ltd Sedan AWD F4-2.5L SOHC (2001)
9. Connect tie-rod end ball joint and knuckle arm with a castle nut, and insert cotter pin into tie-rod end.
Tightening torque: 27.0 Nm (2.75 kgf-m, 19.9 ft. lbs.)
10. While depressing brake pedal, tighten axle nut and lock it securely.
Tightening torque:
2.5L MODEL 186 Nm (19 kgf-m, 137 ft. lbs.)
3.0L MODEL 216 Nm (22 kgf-m, 159 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION:
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Use a new axle nut (3.0L model: Olive color, 2.5L model: Gold color).
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Always tighten axle nut before installing wheel on vehicle. If wheel is installed and comes in contact with ground when axle nut is loose, wheel
bearings may be damaged.
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Be sure to tighten axle nut to specified torque. Do not overtighten it as this may damage wheel bearing.
11. After tightening axle nut, lock it securely.
12. Install wheel and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
Tightening torque: 88 Nm (9 kgf-m, 65 ft. lbs.)
