Subaru Impreza 2003 Service Manual page 2288

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
13) Install the extension cap to transmission.
NOTE:
If the extension cap is not available, place a vinyl
bag over opening and fasten it with string to pre-
vent gear oil or ATF from leaking.
(A)
(A) Extension cap
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:
38 N·m (3.9 kgf-m, 28.3 ft-lb)
(A) Matching mark
PROPELLER SHAFT
DS-00031
DS-00029
(A)
DS-00028
DS-16
3) Using new bolts, install the differential mount
front cover.
(1) Temporarily tighten the bolt (A) while push-
ing cover forward.
(2) Tighten the bolt (B) to specified torque.
(3) Tighten the bolt (A) to specified torque.
(4) Tighten the remaining bolts to specified
torque.
Tightening torque:
90 N·m (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lb)
(B)
(A)
4) Install the center exhaust pipes.
5) Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
C: INSPECTION
NOTE:
Do not disassemble the propeller shaft. Check the
following and replace if necessary.
1) Tube surfaces for dents or cracks
2) Splines for deformation or abnormal wear
3) Joints for non-smooth operation or abnormal
noise
4) Center bearing for free play, noise or non-
smooth operation
5) Oil seals for abnormal wear or damage
6) Center bearing for breakage
Check the following points with propeller shaft in-
stalled in vehicle.
1. JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS
1) Remove the center exhaust pipes.
2) Remove the heat shield cover.
3) Check for any looseness of the yoke flange
mounting bolts which connect to rear differential
and center bearing bracket mounting bolts.
DS-00020