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Front Differential Assembly: Installation

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  1. Install the differential side retainers using ST.

    ST 18658AA020 WRENCH COMPL RETAINER

  2. Install the bearing outer race to the transmission case.
  3. Install the front differential assembly.
    NOTE: Be careful not to fold the sealing lip of oil seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Front Differential Assembly
    G05003046Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the main shaft assembly for single-range. Refer to Main Shaft Assembly for Single-Range  .
  5. Install the drive pinion shaft assembly. Refer to Drive Pinion Shaft Assembly  .
  6. Install the transmission case. Refer to Transmission Case  .
  7. Install the transfer case together with the extension case assembly. Refer to Transfer Case and Extension Case Assembly  .
  8. Install the manual transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Manual Transmission Assembly  .