Propeller Shaft: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Impreza and 2003 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Insert the sleeve yoke into the transmission and attach center bearing to body.
1. Tightening torque: 52 N.m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.3 ft-lb)
Fig 1: Inserting Sleeve Yoke Into Transmission & Attach Center Bearing
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Align the matching marks and connect the flange yoke and rear differential.
1. Tightening torque:
  2003-> 31 N.m (3.2 kgf-m, 23.1 ft-lb)
  
  2004-> 38 N.m (3.9 kgf-m, 28.3 ft-lb)
Fig 2: Aligning Marks & Connecting Flange Yoke & Rear Differential
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Install the differential mount front cover.
1. Tightening torque:
  2003-> 88 N.m (9.0 kgf-m, 65 ft-lb)
  
  2004-> 90 N.m (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lb)
Fig 3: Installing Differential Mount Front Cover
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Install the rear differential protector. (If equipped)
Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.