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Torque Converter Clutch Case: Installation

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  1. Check the appearance of each component and clean.
  2. Force-fit the oil seal to the torque converter clutch case with ST.
    1. ST 398437700 DRIFT
    Fig 1: Force-Fitting Oil Seal To Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G02875958Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the differential assembly to the case.

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Differential.>

  4. Install the left and right side retainers. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Front Differentials.>
  5. Install the new seal pipe to the torque converter clutch case.
    Fig 2: Installing New Seal Pipe To Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G02875959Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the rubber seal to the torque converter clutch case.
    Fig 3: Installing Rubber Seal To Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G02875960Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Apply proper amount of liquid gasket to the entire torque converter clutch case mating surface.

    Liquid gasket:  THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007)

    Fig 4: Applying Liquid Gasket To Torque Converter Clutch Case Mating Surface
    G02875961Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the torque converter clutch case assembly without damaging bush and oil seal and secure with six bolts and four nuts.
    1. Tightening torque:  41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft-lb)
    Fig 5: Installing Torque Converter Clutch Case Assembly
    G02875962Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install the pitching stopper bracket and transmission ground cable.
    1. Tightening torque:  41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft-lb)
      Fig 6: Installing Pitching Stopper Bracket
      G02875963Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Insert inhibitor switch and transmission connector into stay.
  11. Install air breather hose. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Breather Hose.>
  12. Install the oil cooler pipes. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.>
  13. Install the oil charger pipe with O-ring. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Oil Charger Pipe.>
  14. Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand. At this time, not to damage the bushing.
    1. Normal protrusion A:  50-55 mm (1.97-217 in)
      Fig 7: Installing Input Shaft
      G02875964Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  15. Install the torque converter clutch assembly.

    < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Assembly.>

  16. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.>