Front Drive Shaft: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the ST, replace the differential side retainer oil seal with a new one.
ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

NOTE: After pulling out the drive shaft, be sure to replace with a new oil seal.

Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal Using Special Tool
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Insert the EBJ into hub splines.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the inner oil seal lip and tone wheel.
Using the ST1 and ST2, pull the drive shaft into place.
ST1 922431000 AXLE SHAFT INSTALLER

ST2 927390000 ADAPTER

Fig 2: Pulling Drive Shaft Into Place Using Special Tools
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Tighten the axle nut temporarily.
Using the ST, install the front drive shaft to transmission.
ST 28399SA010 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

Fig 3: Installing Front Drive Shaft To Transmission Using Special Tool
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Connect the transverse link to housing.
Tightening torque:

49 N.m (5.0 kgf-m, 36 ft-lb)
Install the stabilizer bracket.
While depressing the brake pedal, tighten the axle nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque:

220 N.m (22.4 kgf-m, 162 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
- Always tighten the axle nut before installing wheel on vehicle. If the tire is installed and comes in contact with ground when axle nut is loose, wheel bearings may be damaged.
- Be sure to tighten the axle nut to specified torque. Do not overtighten it as this may damage the wheel bearing.
After tightening the axle nut, caulk and lock it.