Subaru 2002 IMPREZA Service Manual page 2046

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
10) Remove the propeller shaft from transmission.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to damage the 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 the propeller shaft.
NOTE:
• Be sure to use an empty oil can to catch oil flow-
ing out when removing the propeller shaft.
• Be sure to plug the opening in transmission after
removal of propeller shaft.
11) Install the extension cap to transmission.
NOTE:
If the extension cap is not available, place a vinyl
bag over opening and fasten with string to prevent
gear oil or ATF from leaking.
(A) Extension cap
PROPELLER SHAFT
B: INSTALLATION
1) Insert the sleeve yoke into transmission, and
then attach the center bearing to body.
Tightening torque:
52 N·m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.3 ft-lb)
2) Align the matching marks, and then connect the
flange yoke and rear differential.
Tightening torque:
31 N·m (3.2 kgf-m, 23.1 ft-lb)
G3M0025
3) Install the differential mount front cover.
Tightening torque:
88 N·m (9.0 kgf-m, 65 ft-lb)
S3M0498A
4) Install the center exhaust pipes.
5) Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
DS-16
(A) Matching mark
S3M0028
B3M1587C
DR0004