Subaru IMPREZA 2002 Service Manual page 131

PROPELLER SHAFT
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
11) Remove the propeller shaft from the transmis-
sion.
CAUTION:
not to damage oil seals and frictional surface
of sleeve yoke.
Cover the center exhaust pipe with a cloth
to
keep off any ATF or oil spilled from transmis-
sion when removing propeller shaft.
NOTE:
Be sure to use an empty oil can to catch oil flow-
ing out when removing propeller shaft.
Be sure to plug the opening in transmission after
removal of propeller shaft.
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12) Install the extension cap to transmission.
NOTE:
If extension cap is not available, place vinyl bag
over opening and fasten with string to prevent gear
oil or ATF from leaking.
B: INSTALLATION
1) Insert the sleeve yoke into the transmission and
attach center bearing to body.
Tightening torque:
52 N-m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.3 ff-lb)
S3M0028
2) Align the matching marks and connect the flange
yoke and rear differential.
Tightening torque:
37 N-m (3.2 kgf-m, 23.7 ff-lb)
(A) Matching mark
3)
Install the differential mount front cover.
Tightening torque:
88 N.m ( 9 . 0 kgf-m, 65 ff-lb)
(A) Extension cap
S3MO026
4) Install the rear differential protector. (If equipped)
5) Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
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