Differential Assembly: Service Precautions
CAUTION^ Wear appropriate work clothing, including a cap, protective goggles and protective shoes when performing any work.
^ Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.
^ Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
^ Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly and replacement.
^ Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
^ Use SUBARU genuine gear oil, grease or the equivalent. Do not mix gear oil, grease, etc. with those of different grades or from other manufacturers.
^ Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
^ Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified points.
^ Apply gear oil onto sliding or revolving surfaces before installation.
^ Before installing the O-ring or snap ring, apply a sufficient amount of gear oil to avoid damage and deformation.
^ Before securing a part on a vise, place cushioning material such as wood blocks, aluminum plate, or shop cloth between the part and the vise.
^ Avoid damaging the mating surface of the case.