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Propeller Shaft: Installation

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  1. Insert the sleeve yoke into transmission, and then attach the center bearing to body.

    Tightening torque: 

    52 N.m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.3 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Installing Center Bearing To Body
    G03815339Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Align the matching marks, and then connect the flange yoke and rear differential.

    Tightening torque: 

    31 N.m (3.2 kgf-m, 22.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Aligning Matching Marks
    G03815340Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Using new bolts, install the differential mount front cover according to order shown in Fig 3.
    1. Temporarily tighten the bolt (A) while pushing cover forward.
    2. Tighten the bolt (B) to specified torque.
    3. Tighten the bolt (A) to specified torque.
    4. Tighten the remaining bolts to specified torque.

      Tightening torque: 

      90 N.m (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lb) 

      Fig 3: Locating Differential Mount Front Cover Bolts
      G03815341Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the center exhaust pipes.
  5. Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.