Transfer Clutch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Outback, 2003 Subaru Legacy, and 2003 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission assembly from vehicle. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Automatic Transmission Assembly.>
Remove rear vehicle speed sensor.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Vehicle Speed Sensor
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Separate transmission case and extension case sections.

Fig 2: Separating Transmission Case & Extension Case Sections
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Take out the transfer clutch by lightly tapping the end of the rear drive shaft.

Fig 3: Removing Transfer Clutch By Tapping End Of Rear Drive Shaft
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