Outback F6-3.0L (2003)
10. Remove SFJ boot.
11. Place drive shaft in a vise between wooden blocks.
CAUTION: Do not place drive shaft directly in the vise; use wooden block.
12. Raise boot band claws by means of screwdriver and hammer.
13. Cut and remove the boot.
CAUTION: The boot must be replaced with a new one whenever it is removed.
14. Thus, disassembly of axle is completed, but BJ cannot be disassembled.
Front Drive Shaft Assembly
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Use specified grease.
BJ side: NTG2218 (Part No. 28093AA000)
SFJ side: SSG6003 (Part No. 28093TA000)
1. Place BJ boot and small boot band on BJ side of shaft.
CAUTION: Be sure to wrap shaft splines with vinyl tape to prevent boot from scratches.
2. Place drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION: Do not place drive shaft directly in the vise; use wooden blocks.
3. Apply a coat of specified grease [60 to 70 g (2.12 to 2.47 oz)] to BJ.