Subaru 2002 IMPREZA Service Manual page 2064

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
7) While depressing the brake pedal, tighten the
axle nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
186 N·m (19 kgf-m, 137 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
• Use a new axle nut.
• Always tighten the axle nut before installing
wheel on the vehicle. If the wheel is installed
and comes in contact with ground when axle
nut is loose, wheel bearings may be damaged.
• Be sure to tighten the axle nut to specified
torque. Do not overtighten it as this may dam-
age the wheel bearing.
8) After tightening the axle nut, lock it securely.
C: DISASSEMBLY
1) Place alignment marks on the shaft and outer
race.
2) Remove the SFJ boot band and boot.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the boot.
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
3) Remove the circlip from SFJ outer race using
screwdriver.
4) Remove the SFJ outer race from shaft assem-
bly.
5) Wipe off the grease.
CAUTION:
The grease is a special grease. Do not confuse
with other greases.
6) Place alignment marks on the free ring and trun-
nion.
B4M0774
B4M0775
7) Remove the free ring from trunnion.
CAUTION:
Be careful with the free ring position.
DS-34
B4M0776
B4M0777