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2004 Subaru Baja Base, Standard

Front Differential Assembly: Disassembly

2004 Subaru Baja Base, StandardSECTION Disassembly

DIFFERENTIAL CASE ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the right and left snap rings from differential, and then remove the two axle drive shafts. (Non-TURBO model)
  NOTE: During reassembly, reinstall each axle drive shaft in the same place from which it was removed.
2. Loosen the twelve bolts and remove the hypoid driven gear.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Hypoid Driven Gear
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
3. Drive out the straight pin from differential assembly toward hypoid driven gear.
  ST 899904100 REMOVER
  
  Fig 2: Driving Out Straight Pin From Differential Assembly Toward Hypoid Driven Gear
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
4. Pull out the pinion shaft, and remove the differential bevel pinion and gear and washer.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Differential Bevel Pinion, Gear & Washer
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
5. Remove the roller bearing using ST.
  ST 899524100 PULLER SET
  
  Fig 4: Removing Roller Bearing Using ST
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
SIDE RETAINER
1. Remove the O-ring.
  
  Fig 5: Removing O-Ring
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Remove the oil seal.
  NOTE: Do not reuse the oil seal. Prepare a new oil seal.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.