Subaru IMPREZA GD 2007 Series Manual page 3340

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DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
13) Install an extension cap to the transmission.
NOTE:
If an extension cap is not available, place a vinyl
bag over the opening and tie with string to prevent
gear oil or ATF from leaking.
(A)
(A) Extension cap
B: INSTALLATION
1) Insert the sleeve yoke into the transmission and
attach the center bearing to the body.
Tightening torque:
52 N·m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.3 ft-lb)
2) Align the alignment marks and connect the
flange yoke and rear differential.
Tightening torque:
31 N·m (3.2 kgf-m, 22.9 ft-lb)
(A) Alignment mark
Propeller Shaft
3) Using new bolts, install the differential mount
front cover.
Tightening torque:
DS-00031
4) Install the center exhaust pipe.
5) Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
C: INSPECTION
NOTE:
Do not disassemble propeller shaft. Check the fol-
lowing and replace if necessary.
1) Tube surface for dents of cracks
2) Splines for deformation or abnormal wear
3) Unsmooth joint operation or abnormal noise
4) Center bearing free play, noise or unsmooth op-
eration.
5) Oil seals for abnormal wear or damage
DS-00377
6) Damaged center bearing
Check the following points with propeller shaft in-
stalled in vehicle.
1. JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS
1) Remove the center exhaust pipe.
2) Check for any looseness of the yoke flange
mounting bolts which connect to the rear differen-
tial and center bearing bracket mounting bolts.
2. SPLINES AND BEARING LOCATIONS
1) Remove the center exhaust pipe.
(A)
2) Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
DS-00028
DS-16
(1) Temporarily tighten bolt (A) while pushing
the cover towards the front of the vehicle.
(2) Tighten bolt (B) to the specified torque.
(3) Tighten bolt (A) to the specified torque.
(4) Tighten the remaining bolts to the specified
torque.
90 N·m (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lb)
(B)
(A)
DS-00020