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Front Differential: Installation

  1. Install the differential assembly to the case, paying special attention not to damage the inside of the case (particularly, the differential side retainer contact surface).
    Fig 1: Installing Differential Assembly To Case
    G01999063Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the O-rings from left and right side retainer.
  3. Using ST, install the side retainers. See INSTALLATION , Front Differential.

    ST 499787000 WRENCH ASSY

  4. Install the lock plate.
    1. Tightening torque:  25 N.m (2.5 kgf-cm, 18.1 ft-lb)
    Fig 2: Installing Lock Plate
    G01999064Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the new seal pipe to the torque converter clutch case.
    Fig 3: Installing New Seal Pipe To Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G01999065Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the torque converter clutch case to transmission case. See INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Case.
  7. Install inhibitor switch and transmission connector into stay.
    Fig 4: Installing Inhibitor Switch & Transmission Connector Into Stay
    G01999066Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the oil cooler pipes. See INSTALLATION , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.
  9. Install the oil charger pipe with O-ring. See INSTALLATION .
  10. Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand. At this time, not to damage the bushing.
    1. Normal protrusion A:  50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 in)
    Fig 5: Inserting Input Shaft While Turning Lightly By Hand
    G01999067Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Install the torque converter clutch assembly. See INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Assembly.
  12. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. See INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.