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Operating Cylinder: Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new gasket.
    • Before installing the operating cylinder, apply grease to the contact point of the release lever and operating cylinder.

    Grease 

    NICHIMOLY N-130 or equivalent 

    • Be sure to install the clutch hose with the mark side facing upward.
    • Be careful not to twist the clutch hose during installation.
    • STI model

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb) 

    T2: 41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Installing Clutch Hose With Mark Side Facing Upward (STI Model)
    G05003669Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Mark, Clutch Hose, Operating Cylinder Location (STI Model)
    G11578876Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Except for STI model

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb) 

    T2: 37 N.m (3.8 kgf-m, 27.3 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Installing Clutch Hose With Mark Side Facing Upward (Except For STI Model)
    G07689611Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 4: Mark, Clutch Hose, Operating Cylinder Location (Except For STI Model)
    G11578878Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. After bleeding air from the operating cylinder, ensure that the clutch operates properly. <Ref. to CLUTCH FLUID AIR BLEEDING .>