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Side Retainer

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NOTE: After adjusting the backlash and tooth contact, replace the oil seal and O-ring of side retainer with new parts.
  1. Press-fit the bearing outer race to side retainer.
  2. Using the ST, install the oil seal.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new oil seal.
    • Apply differential oil to the oil seal lip.
    • Oil seal has an identification mark (R, L). When installing oil seals, do not confuse the left and right.
    ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER
    G06654730Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the O-rings.
    NOTE:
    • Use new O-rings.
    • Apply gear oil to O-ring.
    G06654717Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.