Transfer Clutch: Disassembly

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 seal ring.

Fig 1: Removing Seal Ring
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Using a press and ST, remove the ball bearing.
1. ST 498077600 REMOVER
Fig 2: Removing Ball Bearing Using Press & ST
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Remove the snap ring, and take out the pressure plate, drive plates, and driven plates.

Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring
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Remove the snap ring with ST1, ST2 and ST3, and take out the return spring and transfer clutch piston seal.
1. ST1 399893600 PLIERS
2. ST2 398673600 COMPRESSOR
3. ST3 398623600 SEAT
Fig 4: Removing Snap With ST
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Apply compressed air to the rear drive shaft to remove the piston.

Fig 5: Applying Compressed Air To Rear Drive Shaft
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