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Side Retainer

NOTE: Install the oil seal and O-ring of side retainer after the adjustment of backlash and tooth contact.
  1. Install the bearing outer race to side retainer.
  2. Using the ST, install the oil seal.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new oil seal.
    • Apply gear oil to the oil seal lips, and install the oil seal while being careful not to deform the lip.
    • Check the identification marks (L, R) during installation not to mix up the oil seal RH and LH.

    ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

    Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal Using Differential Side Oil Seal Installer
    G05002726Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install a new O-ring.
    Fig 2: Identifying O-Ring
    G05002717Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.