Reduction Drive Gear: Inspection

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

Rotate bearing by hand, make sure it rotates smoothly.
Make sure that each component is free of harmful gouges, cuts, or dust.
Measure the extension end play and adjust it to within specifications. Refer to ADJUSTMENT , Transfer Clutch.