Converter Case Cover: Installation

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Installation
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  1. Clean the mating surface of converter case cover and converter case.
  2. Adjust the shims of front reduction drive gear and front reduction driven gear. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENTΒ , Front Reduction Drive Gear. > < Ref. to ADJUSTMENTΒ , Front Reduction Driven Gear. >
  3. Apply CVTF to the selected shims and install on the bearing catch surface of the front reduction driven gear.
  4. Using the ST, install the ball bearing to the converter case cover.
    NOTE: Use a new ball bearing.

    ST 499755602 PRESS SNAP RING

    Fig 1: Pressing Snap Ring
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  5. Install the O-ring.
    NOTE:
    • Use new O-rings.
    • Apply CVTF to the O-ring.
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