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Front Differential Assembly: Installation

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  1. When installing the front differential assembly to the case, be careful not to damage the inside of case (particularly, the differential side retainer mating surface).
    Fig 1: Identifying Front Differential Assembly
    G07914895Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the O-ring to left and right side retainers.
  3. Using the ST, install the side retainer. Refer to , ADJUSTMENT , Front Differential Assembly.

    ST 18630AA010 WRENCH COMPL RETAINER

  4. Adjust the backlash of the front differential. Refer to , ADJUSTMENT , Front Differential Assembly.
  5. Install the lock plate.

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Identifying Lock Plate
    G07914896Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the converter case to the transmission case. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Converter Case.
  7. Install the transmission harness connector to the stay.
  8. Install the ATF cooler pipe. Refer to , INSTALLATION , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.
  9. Install the torque converter assembly. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Assembly.
  10. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.
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