Subaru IMPREZA 2002 Service Manual page 135

FRONT AXLE
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DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
9) While depressing brake pedal, tighten the axle
nut and lock it securely.
Tightening torque:
186 N-m (19 kgf-m, 137 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
Use a new axle nut.
Always tighten axle nut before installing
wheel on vehicle. If wheel is installed and
comes in contact with ground when axle nut is
loose, wheel bearings may be damaged.
Be sure to tighten axle nut to specified
torque. Do not overtighten it as this may dam-
age wheel bearing.
10) After tightening the axle nut, lock it securely.
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G4M0238
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11) Install the wheel and tighten the wheel nuts to
specified torque.
Tightening torque:
90 N.m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.5 ft-lb)
C: DISASSEMBLY
1) Using ST1, support housing and hub securely.
2) Attach ST2 to housing and drive hub out.
ST1 927060000 HUB REMOVER
ST2 927080000 HUB STAND
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G4M0223
If inner bearing race remains in the hub, remove it
with a suitable tool (commercially available).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch polished area of
hub.
Be sure to install inner race on the side of
outer race from which
it
was removed.
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