Front Axle: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the ST1, support the housing and hub securely.
Attach the ST2 to housing and drive hub out.
ST1 927060000 HUB REMOVER

ST2 927080000 HUB STAND

Fig 1: Removing Housing And Drive Hub Out Using Hub Remover ST1 927060000 And Hub Stand ST2 927080000
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If inner bearing race remains in the hub, remove it with a suitable tool (commercially available).

CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch the polished area of hub.

Fig 2: Removing Suitable Tool
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Remove the disc cover from housing.

Fig 3: Removing Disc Cover From Housing
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Using a standard screwdriver, remove the outer and inner oil seals.
Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the snap ring.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the housing at removal.

Fig 4: Removing Snap Ring
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Using the ST1, support the housing securely.
Using the ST2, hold the inner race to drive out outer race of bearing.
ST1 927400000 HOUSING STAND

ST2 927100000 BEARING PULLER

Fig 5: Identifying Housing Stand Using Housing Stand ST1 927400000 And Bearing Puller ST2 927100000
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Using the ST and a hydraulic press, drive the hub bolts out.
ST 927080000 HUB STAND

Fig 6: Identifying Hub Stand ST 927080000
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