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Rear Differential Member: Installation

Install in the reverse order of removal.

  1. Position the front member on body by passing it under the parking brake cable and securing to rear differential.
    NOTE: When installing the rear differential front member, do not confuse the installation sequence of the stopper.
    Fig 1: Positioning Front Member On Body
    G02096730Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Insert the DOJ of rear drive shaft into rear differential. Refer to REPLACEMENT , Rear Differential Side Oil Seal.
    NOTE: Before inserting, replace the differential side oil seal with a new one.

    ST 28099PA090 SIDE OIL SEAL PROTEXTOR

    Fig 2: Inserting DOJ Of Rear Drive Shaft Into Rear Differential
    G02096731Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Hereafter, install in the reverse order of removal.