Side Retainer

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the oil seal.
CAUTION:
- Apply transmission gear oil to the oil seal lips, and install the oil seal while being careful not to deform the lip.
- When press-fitting the oil seal to the side retainer, tap with a plastic hammer etc. to press in.
- Never use a press.
NOTE: Use a new oil seal.

ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Install the O-ring.
NOTE:
- Use new O-rings.
- Do not stretch or damage the O-ring.
Fig 2: O-Ring
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.