Front Differential: Installation

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.

Install the differential assembly to the case, paying special attention not to damage the inside of the case (particularly, the differential side retainer contact surface).

Fig 1: Installing Differential Assembly To Case
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Remove the O-rings from left and right side retainer.
Using ST, install the side retainers. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Differential.
1. ST 499787000 WRENCH ASSY
Install the lock plate.
1. Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
Fig 2: Installing Lock Plate
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Install the new seal pipe to the torque converter clutch case.

Fig 3: Installing New Seal Pipe To Torque Converter Clutch Case
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Install the torque converter clutch case to transmission case. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Case.>
Install air breather hose.
Insert inhibitor switch and transmission connector into stay.

Fig 4: Inserting Inhibitor Switch & Transmission Connector Into Stay
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Install oil cooler pipes. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.>
Install the oil charger pipe with O-ring < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Oil Charger Pipe.>
Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand. At this time, not to damage the bushing.
1. Normal protrusion A: 50-55 mm (1.97-2.17 in)
Fig 5: Inserting Input Shaft
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Install the torque converter clutch assembly.
< Ref. to INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Assembly.>
Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.>