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Differential Case Assembly

  1. Install the washer, differential bevel gear and differential bevel pinion in differential case (RH). Insert the pinion shaft.
  2. Install the straight pin in reverse direction.
    Fig 1: Installing Straight Pin In Reverse Direction
    G03831406Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the washer and differential bevel gear to differential case (LH). Put the differential case (RH) on the case, and then combine the both cases.
  4. Install the hypoid driven gear and secure by tightening the bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    62 N.m (6.3 kgf-m, 45.6 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Installing Washer And Differential Bevel Gear
    G03831407Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Measurement of backlash (Selection of washer)
    1. Install the SUBARU genuine axle shaft to differential case.

      Parts No. 38415AA070 AXLE SHAFT

    2. Measure the gear backlash using ST1 and ST2, and then insert the ST2 from the access window of case.

      ST1 498247001 MAGNET BASE

      ST2 498247100 DIAL GAUGE

      NOTE:
      • Measure the backlash by applying a pinion tooth between two bevel gear teeth.
      • Fix the bevel pinion gear in place with a screwdriver or similar tool when measuring.

      Standard value: 

      0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 in) 

      Fig 3: Measuring Backlash
      G03831408Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. If the backlash is not within specified, select a washer from the table below.
      WASHER SPECIFICATION

      Washer
      Part number Thickness mm (in)
      803038021 0.95 (0.037)
      803038022 1.00 (0.039)
      803038023 1.05 (0.041)
  6. Using the ST, install the taper roller bearing.

    ST 398487700 DRIFT

    Fig 4: Installing Taper Roller Bearing Using ST
    G03831409Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.