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Propeller Shaft: Removal

CAUTION:
  • Before removing propeller shaft, wrap metal parts with a cloth or rubber material.
  • Do not disassemble the joint of the propeller shaft.
  • Before removing propeller shaft, wrap the metal parts attached to the rubber boot of the joint with a cloth or rubber material, as shown in the figure. If the joint is bent during removal, the rubber boot may be damaged due to interference with metal parts.
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  1. Shift the select lever or gear shift lever to neutral.
  2. Release the parking brake.
  3. Lift up the vehicle.
  4. Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>REMOVAL . Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>MUFFLER>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the bolts, and then remove the center exhaust cover.
    • Except for Crosstrek hybrid model
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    • Crosstrek hybrid model
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  6. Remove the propeller shaft.
    CAUTION: Do not disassemble the propeller shaft.
    1. Place alignment marks (A) on the flange yoke and rear differential.
    2. Remove the bolts and nuts holding the propeller shaft to the rear differential.
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    3. Remove the center bearing.
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    4. Remove the propeller shaft from transmission.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage oil seals and contact surface of the sleeve yoke.
NOTE:
  • When removing the propeller shaft, use a container to catch CVTF or gear oil flowing from propeller shaft.
  • To prevent CVTF or gear oil from leaking, install extension cap, etc. to the transmission.
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