Subaru 2009 IMPREZA Service Manual page 251

25) Separation of engine and transmission
CAUTION:
Before removing the engine away from trans-
mission, check to be sure no work has been
overlooked.
(1) Remove the starter. <Ref. to SC(H4SO)-7,
REMOVAL, Starter.>
(2) Attach the ST to the torque converter clutch
case. (AT model)
ST 498277200 STOPPER SET
(3) Remove the bolts which hold upper side of
transmission to engine.
• AT MODEL
• MT MODEL
26) Remove the engine from vehicle.
(1) Slightly raise the engine.
(2) Raise the transmission with garage jack.
(3) Move the engine horizontally until main
shaft is withdrawn from clutch cover. (MT mod-
el)
Engine Assembly
ST
ME-00217
AT-00106
MT-01524
ME(H4SO)-33
(4) Slowly move the engine away from engine
compartment.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage adjacent parts or body
panels with crank pulley, oil level gauge, etc.
27) Remove the engine mounting from the engine.
B: INSTALLATION
1) Install the engine mounting onto the engine.
Tightening torque:
35 N·m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)
2) Apply a small amount of grease to splines of
main shaft. (MT model)
Grease:
NICHIMOLY N-130 or equivalent
3) Position the engine in engine compartment and
align it with transmission.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage adjacent parts or body
panels with crank pulley, oil level gauge, etc.
4) Tighten the bolts which hold upper side of trans-
mission to engine.
Tightening torque:
50 N·m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)
• AT MODEL
• MT MODEL
MECHANICAL
AT-00106
MT-01524