Subaru IMPREZA 2002 Service Manual page 149

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DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
7) While depressing brake pedal, tighten the axle
C: DISASSEMBLY
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nut to the specified torque.
1) Place alignment marks on the shaft and outer
Tightening torque:
186 N.m (1 9 kgf-m, 137 fi-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.
8) After tightening axle nut, lock it securely.
race.
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2) Remove the SFJ boot band and boot.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage boot.
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3) Remove the circlip from SFJ outer race using
screwdriver.
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4) Remove the SFJ outer race from shaft assem-
bly.
5 ) Wipe off grease.
CAUTION:
The grease is a special grease. Do not confuse
with other greases.
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