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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014LEGACY 2.5I, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDRIVELINES & AXLESWHEEL HUBSAXLE SHAFTS, PROPELLER SHAFT & HUBSPROPELLER SHAFTREMOVAL

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT Trans

Propeller Shaft: Removal

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Removal

CAUTION:

Do not disassemble the center of the propeller shaft.
Before removing propeller shaft, wrap the metal parts attached to the rubber boot of the center joint with a cloth or rubber material, as shown in the figure. The rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with adjacent metal parts while bending the joint during removal.

Fig 1: Locating Rubber Boot
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Shift the select lever or gear shift lever to neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
- Rear exhaust pipe
  - H4 non-turbo model: Refer to REMOVAL .
  - H6 model: Refer to REMOVAL .
- Muffler
  - H4 non-turbo model: Refer to REMOVAL .
  - H6 model: Refer to REMOVAL .
Remove the bolts to remove the front heat shield cover.

Fig 2: Locating Front Heat Shield Cover Bolts
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Remove the propeller shaft assembly.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble the propeller shaft.
1. Place alignment marks (A) on the flange yoke and rear differential.
2. Remove four bolts holding the propeller shaft to the rear differential.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Alignment Marks On Flange Yoke And Rear Differential
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3. Remove the center bearing.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Center Bearing Bolts
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4. Remove the propeller shaft from transmission.
  NOTE:
  - Use a container to catch ATF or oil flowing from propeller shaft.
  - To prevent ATF from leaking, install extension cap etc. to the transmission.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.