CROSSTREK Model

CAUTION: For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts.

Install the ball joint to the front axle housing.
CAUTION:
- Do not apply grease to the tapered portion of ball stud.
- Be careful not to damage the boot of the joint.
- Before tightening, make sure the lower side of front axle housing and stepped section of ball joint are in contact.
Tightening torque:

50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Install the ball joint into the front arm assembly.
1. Connect the ball joint to the front arm assembly.
  NOTE: If the ball stud hole and the cutout portion of the castle nut are not aligned after tightening, tighten the castle nut within the range of 60° to align with each other.
  
  Tightening torque:
  
  39 N.m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.8 ft-lb)
2. Insert a new cotter pin and bend it around the castle nut.
Install the crossmember support - rear.
Tightening torque:

70 N.m (7.1 kgf-m, 51.6 ft-lb)
Install the under cover - front.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
Lower the vehicle, and install the front wheels.
Tightening torque:

120 N.m (12.2 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)
Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

CAUTION: When the wheel alignment has been adjusted, perform the following adjustment.