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2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

General Tool

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION General Tool
TOOL NAME REMARKS
Alignment gauge Used for measuring wheel alignment.
Alignment gauge adapter Used for measuring wheel alignment.
Turning radius gauge Used for measuring wheel alignment.
Toe-in gauge Used for toe-in measurement.
Chain sling
  • Used for hanging power unit.
  • Diameter: 6 mm (0.24 in) or 6.3 mm (0.25 in)
  • Length: 0.8 - 1 m (2.6 - 3.3 ft)
  • Chain inner width: 8.5 mm (0.33 in) or more
  • Chain external width: 23.5 mm (0.93 in) or less
  • Load capacity: 1.2 t (2646 lb) or more
Shackle
  • Two units used for hanging power unit.
  • Attached to both end of chain sling and connected to engine hook.
  • Load capacity: 250 kg (551 lb) or more
Sling belt
  • Used to remove and install the cradle.
  • Width: 35 - 40 mm (1.38 - 1.57 in)
  • Length: 2 m (6.6 ft)
  • Load capacity: 1 t (2205 lb) or more
Shackle
  • Used to remove and install the cradle.
  • Load capacity: 500 kg (1103 lb) or more
Tie-rod ball joint puller Used for disconnecting tie-rod end.
Dial gauge Used for damper strut measurement.
Coil spring compressor Used for disassembling and assembling strut assembly and shock absorber assembly.
RENDER: 1.0x

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