Transmission Case: Assembly

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Assembly
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  1. Using the ST, install the oil seal.

    ST 18657AA000 INSTALLER

    Fig 1: Locating Oil Seal
    G06654632Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Using ST1 and ST2, install the ball bearing on the reduction gear side.
    NOTE: Use a new ball bearing.

    ST1 398177700 INSTALLER

    ST2 499755602 PRESS SNAP RING

    Fig 2: Installing Ball Bearing On Reduction Gear Side
    G06654639Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Using ST1 and ST2, install the roller bearing on primary pulley side.
    NOTE:
    • Use a new roller bearing.
    • Make adjustment so that the press gets in contact with the center of ST2.

    ST1 398177700 INSTALLER

    ST2 20299AG010 PRESS SNAP RING

    Fig 3: Installing Roller Bearing On Primary Pulley Side
    G06654640Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the snap ring on primary pulley side.
    NOTE: Use new snap rings.
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