1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and the splash shield as a single unit..
2. Remove the oil seal.
a. Drain the ATF..
b. Disconnect the drive shaft (LH) from the transaxle..
c. Disconnect the drive shaft (RH) from the joint shaft..
d. Remove the joint shaft..
CAUTION:
The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the drive shaft splines. Do not let the splines contact the oil seal.
e. Remove the oil seal using a flathead screwdriver.
3. Using the SSTs
and a hammer, tap a new oil seal in evenly until the SST
(49 U027 003
) contacts the transaxle case.

4. Coat the lip of the oil seal with ATF.
5. Install the joint shaft..
6. Install the drive shaft (RH) to the joint shaft..
7. Install the drive shaft (LH) to the transaxle..
8. Add the ATF..
9. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and the splash shield as a single unit..
10. Perform the “Mechanical System Test”..
Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [C66 M R]
Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [G35 M R]Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be
coate ...
Checking and replacing fuses
If any electrical system in your Subaru Solterra stops functioning,
it may be caused by a blown fuse. In such cases, inspect the fuse and replace it
if necessary to restore proper operation.
Checking and replacing fuses
1. Switch the power OFF in your Subaru Solterra completely before starting ...
Front Oil Seal Replacement [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the plug hole plate..
4. Disconnect the wiring harness.
5. Remove the ignition coils..
6. Remove the spark plugs..
7. Remove the ventilation hose.
8. Remove the oil level gauge.
9. Remove the cylinder ...