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.
2021 Subaru Ascent BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Front Reduction Driven Gear: Disassembly
- Remove the front reduction driven shaft from the front reduction driven gear.
- Remove the snap ring.
- Remove the retaining plate, drive plate, driven plate and dish plate.
- Remove the seal ring from the front reduction driven shaft.
- Remove the ball bearing, while tapping the entire circumference around the ball bearing outer race a little at a time through the front reduction driven shaft hole using the round bar with diameter of 7 mm (0.28 in).
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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.