drivetrain

Differential Rebuild - Rear Torque Specs

for 2018 Subaru Legacy 3.6L H6 · AWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Axle Nut
Critical
Use new cotter pin or stake nut
184 lb-ft · 250 Nm
Cover Bolts
Critical
RTV sealant
29 lb-ft · 39 Nm
CV Bolts
Critical
52 lb-ft · 70 Nm
Differential Cover Bolts
26 lb-ft · 35 Nm
Drain Plug
Critical
New washer
35 lb-ft · 47 Nm
Driveshaft U-Joint Straps
Critical
Tighten evenly
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Fill Plug
Critical
35 lb-ft · 47 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
Torque in star pattern
103 lb-ft · 140 Nm
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