Gear Reduction Driven Shaft Replacement

Author: Subaru

NUMBER: 16-54-92

DATE: 11-27-92

APPLICABILITY:
ALL MODELS WITH 4EAT TRANSMISSIONS

SUBJECT:
GEAR REDUCTION DRIVEN SHAFT REPLACEMENT

Whenever the reduction drive shaft is being serviced and/or replaced, make sure the orifice plug (21 x 6) is securely in place at the end of the reduction shaft. See Figure 1. When replacing the reduction drive shaft, the orifice plug is not included with the shaft. The plug must be ordered separately. Use the latest Parts Catalog for part number information.

NOTE:
Failure to install the orifice plug will cause major internal damage to the transmission.