Subaru 2004 LEGACY, Service Manual

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DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
Front Drive Shaft
14) Tap on the clip with the punch provided at the
end of ST.
ST
925091000 BAND TIGHTENING TOOL
CAUTION:
Tap to an extent that the boot underneath is not
damaged.
15) Cut off the band with an allowance of about 10
mm (0.39 in) left from the clip and bend this allow-
ance over the clip.
CAUTION:
Be careful so that the end of the band is in close
contact with clip.
16) Extend and retract the PTJ to provide equal
grease coating.
E: INSPECTION
Check the removed parts for damage, wear, corro-
sion etc. If faulty, repair or replace.
• PTJ (pillow tripod joint)
Check for seizure, corrosion, damage, wear and
excessive play.
• EBJ (high-efficiency compact ball fixed joint)
Check for seizure, corrosion, damage and exces-
sive play.
• Shaft
Check for excessive bending, twisting, damage
and wear.
• Boot
Check for wear, warping, breakage and scratches.
• Grease
Check for discoloration and fluidity.
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