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Side Retainer

  1. Install the bearing outer race to the differential side retainer.
  2. Using the ST, install the differential side retainer oil seal by lightly tapping with a plastic hammer.
    CAUTION: Apply differential gear oil to the oil seal lips, and install the oil seal while being careful not to deform the lip.
    NOTE: Use a new oil seal.
    ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER
    Fig 1: Installing Differential Side Retainer Oil Seal Using ST
    G07665700Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Apply gear oil to the O-ring and install.
    NOTE:
    • Use new O-rings.
    • Apply gear oil to O-ring.
      Fig 2: Side Retainer O-Ring
      G07665701Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.