Legacy Outback Ltd Sedan AWD F4-2.5L SOHC (2001)
2. Using ST1 and ST2, pull drive shaft into place.
ST1 922431000 AXLE SHAFT INSTALLER
ST2 927390000 ADAPTER
CAUTION: Do not hammer drive shaft when installing it.
3. Tighten axle nut temporarily.
4. Install SFJ on transmission spindle and drive spring pin into place.
CAUTION: Always use a new spring pin.
5. Connect transverse link to housing.
Tightening torque (self-locking nut): 49 Nm (5.0 kgf-m, 36 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION: Use a new self-locking nut.
6. Install stabilizer bracket.
7. While depressing brake pedal, tighten axle nut to the specified torque.
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.
8. After tightening axle nut, lock it securely.
Disassembly and Assembly
C: DISASSEMBLY
1. Place alignment marks on shaft and outer race.
