Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2012IMPREZA WRX STI F4-2.5L DOHC TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE PRECAUTIONS
2012 Subaru Impreza WRX STI F4-2.5L DOHC Turbo
Differential Assembly: Service Precautions
2012 Subaru Impreza WRX STI F4-2.5L DOHC TurboSECTION Service Precautions
CAUTION
^ Wear appropriate work clothing, including a cap, protective goggles and protective shoes when performing any work.
^ Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.
^ Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
^ Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly and replacement.
^ Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
^ Use SUBARU genuine gear oil, grease. Do not mix gear oil, grease, etc. of different grades or manufacturers.
^ Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
^ Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified points.
^ Apply gear oil onto sliding or revolving surfaces before installation.
^ Before installing the O-ring or snap ring, apply a sufficient amount of gear oil to avoid damage and deformation.
^ Before securing a part on a vise, place cushioning material such as wood blocks, aluminum plate, or cloth between the part and the vise.
^ Avoid damaging the mating surface of the case.
^ Wear appropriate work clothing, including a cap, protective goggles and protective shoes when performing any work.
^ Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.
^ Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
^ Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly and replacement.
^ Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
^ Use SUBARU genuine gear oil, grease. Do not mix gear oil, grease, etc. of different grades or manufacturers.
^ Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
^ Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified points.
^ Apply gear oil onto sliding or revolving surfaces before installation.
^ Before installing the O-ring or snap ring, apply a sufficient amount of gear oil to avoid damage and deformation.
^ Before securing a part on a vise, place cushioning material such as wood blocks, aluminum plate, or cloth between the part and the vise.
^ Avoid damaging the mating surface of the case.
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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.