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Extension Case: Assembly

  1. MPT MODEL 
    1. Using the ST and a press, press in a new oil seal.
      1. ST 498057300 INSTALLER
    2. Press in the dust cover.
    3. Install the transfer clutch pipe to extension case without bending pipe.
      Fig 1: Installing Transfer Clutch Pipe To Extension Case Without Bending Pipe
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    4. Install the transfer clutch assembly to the case.
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the seal rings.
      • Insert the clutch assembly fully into position until the bearing shoulder bottoms.
      Fig 2: Installing Transfer Clutch Assembly To Case
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  2. VTD MODEL 
    1. Press new oil seal using ST and a press.
      1. ST 498057300 INSTALLER
    2. Press dust cover.
    3. Install the transfer clutch pipe onto the extension case, taking care not to bend the pipe.
      Fig 3: Installing Transfer Clutch Pipe Onto Extension Case
      G00917644Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Install the test plug.
      1. Tightening torque: 13 N.m (1.3 kgf.m, 9.4 ft.lb) 
      Fig 4: Installing Test Plug
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    5. Insert the multi-plate clutch, drive plates, driven plates, and spring retainer.
      Fig 5: Inserting Multi-Plate Clutch, Drive Plates, Driven Plates & Spring Retainer
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    6. Install the snap ring using special tools 1, 2, and 3.
      Fig 6: Installing Snap Ring Using Special Tools
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