I think I may have to replace the center diff on my 03 WRX. It makes a whining sound above 20 mph that increases in volume and pitch with speed. It does sound like a bearing and makes the sound in all gears, neutral, clutch in and out, accelerating and decelerating. I got it up on a lift and the sound is definitely coming from somewhere in the trans. Oddly enough I have experienced no binding or any change in shifting feel. Could this be a bad center diff?
I don't think your center diff is bad, but one of the center diff bearing. But of Couse it can be something else. Best thing to do. Put the car up on jacks and put the car in gear and have a lissen were the sound is coming from. BUT BE VERY CAREFULL IF YOU DO THAT!!. I like to see you post a other comment in the future someday. But the chances are big that the center diff bearing is shot.
So I got around to changing out the bearings in my center diff, which solved my problem! Specifically I changed out the bearing on the viscous unit itself, the two roller bearings on the shaft, and the bearing that bolts to the back of the transmission tail case (4 total). If your symptoms match those that I previously described, this will probably fix it. I recommend finding one of many write ups on NASIOC for guidance. You will need a bearing puller and want a buddy for help. In all, this job took me 2 days. The hardest part will be getting the tail case off so have your hammer ready and a buddy on standby. Also put the bearings in the oven at 200F and shafts in the freezer and the bearings will slide on. And while you're in there, might as well replace the shifter bushings, trans mount, and trans crossmember bushings like I did. As far as I remember, everything else was straight forward. Hope this helps!
In the middle of doing this job right now. Currently putting it all back together. Just wanted to say thanks for making such a high quality piece of reference material.
Just did this on my 02 WRX, and this video was SPOT ON. WRX had a couple extra bolts, but the layout of everything was the exact same. For any others trying this, the hardest part for me was getting the back cover off of the transmission. As he says, try hitting it at DIFFERENT spots. I kept trying the same one, and was getting nowhere. Once I moved to a different spot higher up, it popped right off. And thank you SO MUCH for doing this video. Your hard work and effort (especially getting good camera shots of the entire process) is greatly appreciated!
I found the dowel up top was really rusty and a bit seized or stuck to the rear cover. What I did, was I wedged a small flat head screw driver, half way up from the top and bottom, between the center diff cover and the center diff case and then installed a rear case bolt at the bottom, using the wedged screwdriver as a fulcrum point or leverage point to break the upper dowel pin free from the rear cover. Worked very well
Back in 2011 my 2000 outback diff failed and a Subaru Mechanic told me it would cost $3500 to repair. I ordered the diff from the U.S. for $450 shipped to my door and did the job myself. It was fairly straight forward to swap over. My Subaru is now 18 years old and still going strong. Remember to watch your tyre pressures (which depends on the load you are carrying) and ensure you use the same tyres on all 4 wheels and the diff should never fail!
This comment just made me realize why ours just went out at 90k. We put a lot of weight in the back and do some miles like that and it never occurred to me that I need to add air to the rear... I'm usually good about the tire pressure too
I thank you for this video. It inspired me to work on my 2011 Outback 6MT center diff. I opened the center diff and simply remove the viscous coupling disks. The car now works fine. Points to note are: No need to remove the gear linkage, the linkage does not come through the front casing on a 6 speed. I needed a slide hammer to pull the center diff cover off. It's tricky to reassemble. If the center diff is pushed all the way in first, the output shaft bearing cannot pass it. They all have to be slid in together. Apart from that IT WAS EASY!!!!!!
@@TheDutchGarage AMAZING! Doing all that lying on your back AND filming AND not losing your cool - very cool! I swapped my whole Legacy transmission for a Forester old second hand unit we stripped from a scrap car. It has saved a lot of hassle but it is a LOT lower ratio. I have just put new wheels and tyres on and the low ratio is now too extreme. Fortunately I kept the whole Legacy transmission and have tracked down some reasonably priced used centre dif's so am going to tackle the job (on the bench) thanks to your tutorial I recon it will bring the wagon back to economical cruising revolutions again! Many thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It was a great reference to have while doing the repair myself. The hardest part for me was getting the case apart. It required a slide hammer. This video gave me the confidence that I wasn't missing something about how it came apart.
I am now half way through the process of replacing the center diff bearings (waiting for parts), and I strongly recommend removing the exhaust header/catalytic converter subsystem before performing this work. The removal of the header added about 30 minutes to the job but greatly improves the access for removal of the diff cover and steering linkage. For me, it was well worth it for the aggravation that was saved.
I ended up having to replace the center diff in my outback. This video was an asset, made everything go smoothly for me! I also replaced the 3 bearings while I was in there.
I just did my center diff in my 02 WRX 5mt. You're right, it's not the difficult. Nut by nut, bolt by bolt. I purchased a new center diff which $528, shipped to me, $0 labor. I think the dealer charges around $1300.
This is one awesome video. I saw several to take notes from different people. Thank you for posting this. Removing the tail housing was the easiest part, I just used a podger, drift pin, to tap on the dowels. It seems that th e dowels hold a lot of rust or grudge and that's what might make it even harder to remove besides the silicon. Thanks again.
Thank you for such a great walkthrough, I pretty much followed this precisely for my 2011 Outback diesel 6MT. The only difference I had (aside from having a bit more room to play with) was the shift linkage, but the principle of tapping out a roll pin was the same. Step one of this procedure in Subaru's factory service manual was to remove the gearbox. Ain't nobody got time for dat!
It was my pleasure to make it. Its great that it helpt you along even if you have a 6 speed. Thanks for the comment, I think it reassured some 6 speed owners.
I have a 2011 Outback MT gas.. Just curious if you had any tips for getting the center diff out of the housing. It seems like it should just slide out, but it doesnt. I had a fairly good grip on it, but it wont come out. Any ideas? thank you!
I've got a center dif problem in my 99 forester after 350k and a lot of that hard driving on and off road. If you get tired of listening to the binding in slow turns there is a spot for a (fuse top left) marked FWD put a 15amp in it that puts all the torque to the front dif. The binding goes away. If it does its center dif issue easy diagnoses. Probably work in saving your center dif if you put the odd spare out back disabling rear dif.
great video. just used it for doing the center diff bearing on a 2015 subaru crosstrek. almost identical to do, the design has changed very little over the years!
Man I finally got around to doing this on my 2011 Forester X and it was easy and straightforward. Got my center diff on eBay for 240 and about 50 buck for the oil. Less than $300 rather than paying someone else $1500
I think I have to buy one for my Forester 2011. I thought it was the rear one because of the symptoms of like a getting a tire stuck, banging sound. In front when having the car pressing brakes and accelerating in forward or rewards it makes a clack sound, it feels in that area. Sometimes when I’m driving I feel like pull.
You are my new best friend for making this, especially so detailed. I'm guessing there's roll pin is the hardest part? I have a Subaru axle roll pin removal tool, I'm hoping that will work (but it might be too long).
I do have some more videos planned for the car. But right now i dont have the drive for it. SOMEONE has poured some nasty stuff on the hood and the whole paint is just gone...
The linkage pin was actually really easy to pop out, but on my transmission I ended up having to use and even bending a chisel to get the back cover off. The top of the case corroded/rusted together, and I completely marred up the shift linkage mount as well as hit my hand well over a dozen times. Hopefully RTV creates a good enough seal. After all, it's not like it's under pressure... and the car was $100. If the transmission packs it in, it's not like it was a huge loss.
Thank you! Getting ready to do this today.. Question, why not remove the exhaust? Seems to annoyingly be in the way. Also, why change that bearing? The new center diffs you can buy already come with a new one installed. Thanks!
It’s EASY hears grunts and struggling an 984 steps later... lol Had to but great vid bud really good instruction I might need to swap this part out on my outback
Amazing detail and video, helped me singlehandedly replace my bad gears when the circlip came off the diff and flew into the gears. Search "subaru center differential circlip" for ticking sounds related to gears whose teeth have been eaten away by this flawed factory part. My profile has a video of what that sounds like
Hello The body vibrates when the 2013 Outback 3.6 accelerates There's no noise I replaced the cv joint and the proella shaft, but the vibration is still there Will it get better if I change it
Just got the pin out of the shift linkage! My knuckles tell the story.... 😖 Anyways... The linkage is not budging off the shaft!!! I tried hamming and the shaft was coming out a bit.. Decided maybe I should just leave it on and work around it?? Is that OK? Looks like I can fit my socket up there with the extention! What a job!
I have an 02 wrx 5speed with the wrong rear differential in it so it chewed up my front tires. I went and got new tires installed (not knowing why the tires were chewed up, but i now know why) and on the first day of driving it i heard one loud clank by my shifter. After that moment on it would very frequently make a loud clanking noise in the center and i think the driveshaft is slamming against the body. I since then parked the car, installed the correct rear differential (did a lot of research) , now it only makes the noise when the wheels are turned at slow velocity(like from a stop). appreciated
I have the spare transmission (hence why the rear differential was different) and it never made this noise so that leads me to believe that the center differential on the old transmission is still good. I only swapped it because 3rd and 5th would always pop out of gear and would get stuck in reverse. Would this be the only assumption as to why this is happening? Thanks in advance for any help! You definitely gave me the confidence to do this in my garage. (Axles look okay and no boots are ripped)
I have a 2011 legacy with a m6 in it. Mine drives ok for about 10 mins and then after that at low speed and turning the outside loaded up wheel pops and has resistance. On the highway I do hear some bearing noise from the transmission area.
Hey man thanks. I bought my teen son a 2004 Impreza Outback 5-speed, 156,000 miles. AWD of course. We didn't notice a whine noise, but it just started clicking or tapping around curves and acceleration. I can feel the tapping in the gear shift handle. And it seems it sometimes loses AWD grip when it taps. So I think the center diff is binding the output shafts sometimes. Question, must I lift all 4 wheels off the ground to get the center diff out? Can I just lift the front and remove the stuff in the way? Or must it have all 4 wheels lifted off ground? Thanks!
if you get a flat on the front you need to take a good tire from the rear and move it up...pain in the ass and put on spare tire in back the put fwd fuse in
This is only the case for automatic Subaru transmissions. They use a MPT clutch pack controlled by fluid pressure to send power to the rear, not a center differential as demonstrated in this video. Manual Subaru's are 100% mechanical.
Great post. I am reasonable handy but have never done anything like this before. Also, I would have to do it in the driveway. Is that advisable? Can you post a list of parts and tools needed for this job? How can I make sure I get the right centre diff for my 2010 Outback Diesel 6sp? What is the worst thing that can happen if I don't fix it?
I did it on de driveway so you can do it. Just make sure you use some good jack stands. Parts can be a bit different Between models. So be sure to look it up for the model you have.
Great educational video. My 2005 Impreza makes a whine noise whilst driving in gear and coasting in neutral. Would you say it's the centre differential bearing? Thanks
Thanks! There is a big chance that it is the centre bearing. To know for sure: raise the car on 4 jackstands. Start the engine, put the car in high gear and listen where the noise come from. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU DO THIS. I really like to see you back some time :-).
Since I'm due for some maintenance I have the question: What are the type and numbers of the other two bearings? (in the excellent video you explain that you've already replaced those, but I haven't found the OEM numbers instead of the Subaru partsnumbers). Cheers!
Hallo Gert, thanks for the compliment! Please take a look here www.subarupartsandaccessories.com there are some minor differences between models on the other bearings. If you can't find it then by all means contact me again.
@the dutch garage i changed both front cv axle with oem but the clicking sound every time i turn was not resolved, Subaru told me my front diff is deffective. What are the symptoms for defective center diff? Thank you.
I have to do the same job on my 2010 Outback soon. Clunking noise after the oil heats up, only on slow turns. Installed new axles but no luck. Not sure if I would be able to do it on my driveway
Mijn twee jaar oude outback heeft een nieuw differential nodig. Hij is nog onder garantie maar ik ben er niet blij mee. Mijn banden zijn ook nogal versleten, zou dat ermee te maken hebben?
Thanks for the great video! I have a 2011 Outback 6MT and am having trouble getting the center diff out of the diff housing. In the videos it appears to slide out without a problem, but mine wont budge. I was able to get a fairly good grip on it, but there is a lot of resistance when Im pulling on it. Any ideas?
Thanks for the great video! Did you replace the other bearings with the same puller when you did this the first time? I will be doing this soon and purchasing all 4 bearings just in case.
Thx for that.I have a Impreza 20r 2011 model,after driving +_driving 50 km car have a slight binding feel when driving,when i stop and turn the stearing sligthly and reverse or forward ,left or right the car makes a clacking noise.Can it be central diff when hot?
Dutch, this is a great video. Thanks for showing everything and you commentary. I have a 2002 Outback AT. Is the process similar / same for the 4 speed AT?
JDM Garage Very interesting, I never would have guessed a name like that, but it makes sense. By the way, what one of issues do you get when that being wears out? My mother has an Outback and it makes some noise from behind the front seats while the car is going, especially on the highway at 110, or 120 km/h.
The Dutch Garage Thank you for the advice, I'm on it. I enjoyed watching this video, and have already subscribed. I think it's time to cook up some popcorn, sit back, and watch some more of your videos before I get under that car.🙃
Awesome video. What could you see or feel that was wrong with the center diff after you pulled it out? I thought mine was bad, but I pulled it and it looked good and felt smooth.
Thank you! No there is just noting visible and you cant feel it (not that I am aware of) the only thing I noticed that when installed and I want to turn the back wheels (all wheels of the ground) it was almost impossible to turn. And with a good diff it was much easier.
The Dutch Garage I have a 2011 Outback W/CVT TRANSMISSION. CAR HAS A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN U START OFF TURNING L OR R. DOESN'T MAKE NOISE IF GOING STRAIGHT. DO U THINK PROBLEM IS LS DIFFERENTIAL OR CLUTCH PKG OR SOLONOID IN TRANSMISSION? THANKS-J-HALL
Hallo Jerry, does the car make the clunking sound when the car is stone cold? if not then I'm almost 100% sure its the center diff. You can set the car on 4 jackstand en put the car in neutral. try to spin the rear tires if you really have to work it to make it turn then it is the center diff. I hope this helps you.
Hi. I have a 2010 Legacy and recently having some nasty grinding noise when braking to a stop. It doesn't do it when going in reversed. During this period I had a flat tire as well, and when replacing with the small spare tire, the grinding noice is even louder than before. Have firstly checked and replaced pads and rotors (which looks fine initially) and wheel bearings. Didn't change anything. Could it be the same here it's tye center differential?
@@TheDutchGarage Thanks for the insight! I actually went back and rewatched the video and heard where you said you drained about 4 liters! I just did my center diff today and used this video for reference for my 2000 WRX, and it worked great! Few extra bolts but pretty much everything similar! Thanks!
I'm Dutch :-) I just kept it in english for the other readers. But since this is only interesting to Dutch readers I'l continu in Nederlands. Welke firma was het? Ik kom nergens verder dan een complete versnellingsbak.
Hi, contact www.deijne.nl there really nice guys. just be sure that you get the right one for your car. 99 and up is the one you see in the video 98 and down is different. installation is the same.
Van Deijne heeft me al aan veel onderdelen geholpen. Prima tent, 20 minuten van mijn huis, en al heel lang goed bezig. Ik had alleen gevraagd naar de hele tussenbak. (Mijn 2001 Forester turbo heeft een bak die los op de versnellingsbak zit. Met eigen olie geloof ik zelfs.) Misschien had ik moeten vragen naar alleen het differentieel. Dat ga ik nog proberen. Nieuw kost me dat 5 of 6 honderd euro. Enorm bedankt voor de info!
Thanks for the reply. Are the bearings a different size? Any idea what they’d be or how I find out before doing the job? I’d like to order them before starting the job.
I forgot mine is a CVT my center differential has a small whining sound so should i replace the CVT fluid and see if it would help before going taking down my center differential?
Got the pin out of the shift linkage, but as far as getting the linkage off the rod... It might as well be one piece... Will I hurt anything by hammering it, or is that an awful idea?
I ended up using channel locks on the portion of the shaft that protruded from the transmission, adjacent to the linkage, while using a punch through the bolt hole I'd removed. I was able to work it out after a bit of wiggling and twisting, while keeping the shaft stationary.
Unfortunately I found several gear teeth on the two shafts had sheared partially or nearly completely off... But this vid allowed me to get there myself, and realistically probably saved me $1500+. Thanks a lot, guys.
Hallo !! I have a subaru forester sf 1999, my center diff is making bearing noise and when the car is warm make like a bloking noise when I make a full turn, I already bought all the parts and I want to do the job next week but I have a great doubt about the bearings , I see two different kinds of bearings ( I mind only the 3 that are not together with the viscous diff ) my fear is about opening and see that one of those bearings is bad and not to have the right one to replace. I am doing the replacement in a rent garage, because that I want to be sure about. Where I both the subaru genuine parts they have 2 different pairs of bearing compatible with my car. I bought the OEM number parts 806230170, 806330120, 806322080 for the last two they also have 806222120, 806230130 that are also compatible with my car but was out of stock. The first one ist the only they sell for my car, is the one behind the viscous diff is the big one with 4 bolts on it, different that yours on the video. Maybe do you know how can I be sure about that? thank you for the video is helping me a lot. Greatings from the Black Forest!!
o, I had my knuckle delog from the ball joint and pulled on the CV shaft and in result pulled the Axle drive shaft out with it on the passager side. Looking at a break down of the part. It looks like I am dropping the transmission and pulling the front diff incasing apart. Is that sound right?
Um, did you pull the axle out of the CV joint? or dit you pull the cv joint out of the gearbox? but in both cases you dont need to pull the gearbox. The CV joint is held in plase by a roll pin. you need to drive that out.
Hi great video i was wondering if you can help me with some information on my Subaru Tribeca 08 (Automatic). I was hearing some grinding noises coming from the rear left wheel also one time had a gear slippage and lost power. Also the car made the grinding noises as i turned corners which made me think it was a wheel bearing. I took it to an auto transmission mech and they said after diagnosing it they said it was the planetary gear (centre diff right ?) Quoted me $2000 if it was just the Centre Diff replaced. $5000 they said if damaged had worked its way into the gear box. i want to fix the problem my self have found a Transmission at a wreckers which would cost $400. Would i be wiser pulling the whole transmission off my car and cleaning it out inspecting for metal and damage Before just replacing the Differential, ??
First of all i am not that familiar with the automatic transmission of a Subaru. But what i would have done is take the car to a transmission flushing station. I know that that inst a popular statement. but i did have some great results with it. If that doesn't do the trick then just replace the transmission with a second hand or rebuild one. especially if you can get one for just $400. $400 and a days work beats the hell out of 2000 or even 5000 dollars!
Hey there i have a 5-speed manual 2004 Impreza Outback N/A that i bought for my son as a first car. Test drove it for 500 miles and it seemed fine. Tagged it for legal driving and 200 miles later i have some kind of binding click noise that happens randomly, but more often when the tires are operating on muddy snow terrain. I can feel the clicking in the stick shift handle. The tranny gear oil was about 1.75 qts low. I filled it and sound is a little less present but still present. Is the center differential lubed by the same gear oil reservoir as the manual transmission? What do you suggest to do? Thanks!
@TheDutchGarage the reason why I don't think it's the transmission gears themselves is because it makes the noise in all gears while in curves or quickly accelerating. It will do it while coasting in all gears as well, but not as much, and only when not going straight.
So I got the tapping sound randomly and especially around quick shifts and uneven terrain or cornering. I put the Impreza up in the air about 3" of air under each tire. Tested everything out to 3,500 RPM and all gears, 60 mph. Turning and braking. The tapping was hardly noticeable and only sometimes and when shifting on high rpms. Drained gear oil next and it was black but no metal or junk in it. A little of debris on the plug magnet, looks like clutch material from normal wear. I was going to do this job but then I said nah....not on my back, outside in Winter. Paying a shop $500 to do it. Another shop wanted $1,600! Bought the viscous coupler for $192 on ebay. The shop is supplying any misc parts and gear oil. Thanks for the instructions!
Hi do you know if a 2005 sti 6MT center differential will work for a 2006 sti 6MT? I understand the 2006 is expensive so im wondering if an 05 sti 6MT dccd will work for the 06 sti 6MT dccd model?
That's a question I don' t know without looking it up. This is what I found. www.subarupartsandaccessories.com/a/Subaru_2005_STI-25L-TURBO-6MT-4WD-SEDAN/_80160_6027565/MT--TRANSFER--EXTENSION-02MY-05MY/G11-121-03.html this is the drawing of 02MY-05MY www.subarupartsandaccessories.com/a/Subaru_2006_STI-25L-TURBO-6MT-4WD-SEDAN/_80160_6027566/MT--TRANSFER--EXTENSION-06MY-/G11-121-04.html This is the drawing of 06MY as you can see the center diff part number is 38913 in both cases. So I do think there the same but don't know for sure. Save this website its a great source for parts or parts numbers.
Its a hell of a job, sounds like im not strong enough to bang it, it takes alot of strenght to get under and hold those parts. I think i will drive my subaru until it locks up then i will call the tow truck to junk yard.
I think I may have to replace the center diff on my 03 WRX. It makes a whining sound above 20 mph that increases in volume and pitch with speed. It does sound like a bearing and makes the sound in all gears, neutral, clutch in and out, accelerating and decelerating. I got it up on a lift and the sound is definitely coming from somewhere in the trans. Oddly enough I have experienced no binding or any change in shifting feel. Could this be a bad center diff?
I don't think your center diff is bad, but one of the center diff bearing. But of Couse it can be something else. Best thing to do. Put the car up on jacks and put the car in gear and have a lissen were the sound is coming from. BUT BE VERY CAREFULL IF YOU DO THAT!!. I like to see you post a other comment in the future someday. But the chances are big that the center diff bearing is shot.
So I got around to changing out the bearings in my center diff, which solved my problem! Specifically I changed out the bearing on the viscous unit itself, the two roller bearings on the shaft, and the bearing that bolts to the back of the transmission tail case (4 total).
If your symptoms match those that I previously described, this will probably fix it. I recommend finding one of many write ups on NASIOC for guidance. You will need a bearing puller and want a buddy for help. In all, this job took me 2 days. The hardest part will be getting the tail case off so have your hammer ready and a buddy on standby.
Also put the bearings in the oven at 200F and shafts in the freezer and the bearings will slide on. And while you're in there, might as well replace the shifter bushings, trans mount, and trans crossmember bushings like I did. As far as I remember, everything else was straight forward. Hope this helps!
That is so great that you were able to fix it. Good job! And, it wasn't to bad of a job right? Just the smell...
@@diazr2k The gearbox and the center diff is sharing the same oil. So everything in the transmission can be at risk.
How much was your total cost on parts for just the bearings?
In the middle of doing this job right now. Currently putting it all back together. Just wanted to say thanks for making such a high quality piece of reference material.
No problem, glad to help.
Just did this on my 02 WRX, and this video was SPOT ON. WRX had a couple extra bolts, but the layout of everything was the exact same.
For any others trying this, the hardest part for me was getting the back cover off of the transmission. As he says, try hitting it at DIFFERENT spots. I kept trying the same one, and was getting nowhere. Once I moved to a different spot higher up, it popped right off.
And thank you SO MUCH for doing this video. Your hard work and effort (especially getting good camera shots of the entire process) is greatly appreciated!
You sir made my day, thanks for you kind words. And a I'm really glad this video helpt you out.
I found the dowel up top was really rusty and a bit seized or stuck to the rear cover. What I did, was I wedged a small flat head screw driver, half way up from the top and bottom, between the center diff cover and the center diff case and then installed a rear case bolt at the bottom, using the wedged screwdriver as a fulcrum point or leverage point to break the upper dowel pin free from the rear cover. Worked very well
Mark Schiltz I’m just about to do the same on my 02 wrx. How long did it take you to do the job?
Can you guys give me the link for the center differential for a 2002 wrx? I can’t find one anywhere :d
Thank you very much for this. I knew it is "easy", but having a visual guide before the actual repair was very helpful. 👍👏
No problem!
Back in 2011 my 2000 outback diff failed and a Subaru Mechanic told me it would cost $3500 to repair. I ordered the diff from the U.S. for $450 shipped to my door and did the job myself.
It was fairly straight forward to swap over. My Subaru is now 18 years old and still going strong. Remember to watch your tyre pressures (which depends on the load you are carrying) and ensure you use the same tyres on all 4 wheels and the diff should never fail!
Thats a big save there, good job! tyre pressure and same tyres is indeed a must for a AWD subbie.
This comment just made me realize why ours just went out at 90k. We put a lot of weight in the back and do some miles like that and it never occurred to me that I need to add air to the rear... I'm usually good about the tire pressure too
And don't run a spare tire that's a different size than the rest of the tires.
I thank you for this video. It inspired me to work on my 2011 Outback 6MT center diff. I opened the center diff and simply remove the viscous coupling disks. The car now works fine. Points to note are: No need to remove the gear linkage, the linkage does not come through the front casing on a 6 speed. I needed a slide hammer to pull the center diff cover off. It's tricky to reassemble. If the center diff is pushed all the way in first, the output shaft bearing cannot pass it. They all have to be slid in together. Apart from that IT WAS EASY!!!!!!
Its a smelly job. but its quite straight forward. Good job! It did saved you some good money!
@@TheDutchGarage AMAZING! Doing all that lying on your back AND filming AND not losing your cool - very cool!
I swapped my whole Legacy transmission for a Forester old second hand unit we stripped from a scrap car. It has saved a lot of hassle but it is a LOT lower ratio. I have just put new wheels and tyres on and the low ratio is now too extreme. Fortunately I kept the whole Legacy transmission and have tracked down some reasonably priced used centre dif's so am going to tackle the job (on the bench) thanks to your tutorial I recon it will bring the wagon back to economical cruising revolutions again!
Many thanks.
I fricken love you right now gonna do mine
@bergy2005 good luck 👍
this is tomorrows job and I am confident on the process now .. thank you so muchfor sharing your knowledge
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It was a great reference to have while doing the repair myself. The hardest part for me was getting the case apart. It required a slide hammer. This video gave me the confidence that I wasn't missing something about how it came apart.
I am now half way through the process of replacing the center diff bearings (waiting for parts), and I strongly recommend removing the exhaust header/catalytic converter subsystem before performing this work. The removal of the header added about 30 minutes to the job but greatly improves the access for removal of the diff cover and steering linkage. For me, it was well worth it for the aggravation that was saved.
I do think you are right, hopefully you get your parts soon.
How it go changing that bearing that goes on the outside of the center diff
I ended up having to replace the center diff in my outback. This video was an asset, made everything go smoothly for me! I also replaced the 3 bearings while I was in there.
That's why I shot the video. Glad it helped. Its a easy job, it only smells.
Can you let me know the type of bearings I'll need to buy? I am going to attempt this job on my 01 RS. Thank you!
Well done sir. It's hard enough just to do it, to do it and make an outstanding video is an impressive feat. I salute you.
Thank you! yes it was horrible, especially for my first video.
This is by far the best video on this. Very well done . VERY helpful thank you👍
For a first video, I'm definitely proud of it.
How anyone could give this a thumbs down is beyond me . BEST HOW TO VIDEO EVER.
Well thank you! it's not the best video but does have a lot of information I think.
Someone who is pissed off that it's not an easy 5 minute job
I just did my center diff in my 02 WRX 5mt. You're right, it's not the difficult. Nut by nut, bolt by bolt. I purchased a new center diff which $528, shipped to me, $0 labor. I think the dealer charges around $1300.
$528, thats not a bad price. And youre right its not difficult. It only smels.
where did u buy it
This is one awesome video. I saw several to take notes from different people. Thank you for posting this. Removing the tail housing was the easiest part, I just used a podger, drift pin, to tap on the dowels. It seems that th e dowels hold a lot of rust or grudge and that's what might make it even harder to remove besides the silicon. Thanks again.
Great that it is a useful video.
Thank you for such a great walkthrough, I pretty much followed this precisely for my 2011 Outback diesel 6MT. The only difference I had (aside from having a bit more room to play with) was the shift linkage, but the principle of tapping out a roll pin was the same.
Step one of this procedure in Subaru's factory service manual was to remove the gearbox. Ain't nobody got time for dat!
It was my pleasure to make it. Its great that it helpt you along even if you have a 6 speed. Thanks for the comment, I think it reassured some 6 speed owners.
I have a 2011 Outback MT gas.. Just curious if you had any tips for getting the center diff out of the housing. It seems like it should just slide out, but it doesnt. I had a fairly good grip on it, but it wont come out. Any ideas? thank you!
Did you put the gearbox in neutral?
I did. parking brake is on and car is on ramps
Maybe you just mist one bolt, that hapens to me all the time. If not, tapping the case to brake te seal can also help.
Thank you. This video saved me a pile of time on my centre diff replacement. Nice clear video!
Thanks you so much for your comment. Glad it helped you out.
Wow this install is crazy helpful.. even the bearing pressing part. good for you man!
Good luck replacing yours. Thanks for the comment!
I've got a center dif problem in my 99 forester after 350k and a lot of that hard driving on and off road. If you get tired of listening to the binding in slow turns there is a spot for a (fuse top left) marked FWD put a 15amp in it that puts all the torque to the front dif. The binding goes away. If it does its center dif issue easy diagnoses. Probably work in saving your center dif if you put the odd spare out back disabling rear dif.
Are you sure that it works like that? I do believe that these are all mechanical.
great video. just used it for doing the center diff bearing on a 2015 subaru crosstrek. almost identical to do, the design has changed very little over the years!
Yes from the beginning of the 90 until now they didn't change very much. Thanks for the comment!
Now that is good to know because mine is going out!
@@oldb4mytime It sucks but it has to be done.
Man I finally got around to doing this on my 2011 Forester X and it was easy and straightforward. Got my center diff on eBay for 240 and about 50 buck for the oil. Less than $300 rather than paying someone else $1500
That is money saved that you can use for something else. Good job!
$240 remanufactured or used ? How's it holding up ?
Mine started this sound louder, I thought it was bearings.
Thanks for this help!!
GOOD POINT FOR MANY SITUATIONS. SUBARU DOES NOT MANUFACTURE BEARINGS, THEY ARE "OFF THE SHELF PARTS".
Most parts are from 3th party suppliers
Great tutorial! I'm about to be on center diff #3. For some reason they don't like 350 whp burning through them while doing gravel donuts.
Yes, subarus dont like donuts. Thats why cops use evo's...;-)
How long have you gone with it since noticing it failing?
I think I have to buy one for my Forester 2011. I thought it was the rear one because of the symptoms of like a getting a tire stuck, banging sound. In front when having the car pressing brakes and accelerating in forward or rewards it makes a clack sound, it feels in that area. Sometimes when I’m driving I feel like pull.
great video, thanks for posting. i may be replacing a center diff soon myself, this is very helpful.
What, my first comment! Thanks man glad i could help. If you are having any problems please ask.
Best video I’ve found on this topic most informative and it’s everything I need thanks
There isn't much out there indeed that's why I made it. Glad it could help you out.
You are my new best friend for making this, especially so detailed.
I'm guessing there's roll pin is the hardest part? I have a Subaru axle roll pin removal tool, I'm hoping that will work (but it might be too long).
Hi there, yest the roll pin is the worst I think. Especially when your on your back underneath the car.
This will help me big time when I do mine. Thanks for the step by step tutorial and hope to see more!
I do have some more videos planned for the car. But right now i dont have the drive for it. SOMEONE has poured some nasty stuff on the hood and the whole paint is just gone...
The linkage pin was actually really easy to pop out, but on my transmission I ended up having to use and even bending a chisel to get the back cover off. The top of the case corroded/rusted together, and I completely marred up the shift linkage mount as well as hit my hand well over a dozen times. Hopefully RTV creates a good enough seal. After all, it's not like it's under pressure... and the car was $100. If the transmission packs it in, it's not like it was a huge loss.
Just be sure it doesn't leak over time and you probably will be OK.
Thank you for video. I will do the job myself now, looks easy
Getting the rolling out is probably the hardest part.
@@TheDutchGarage what is the rolling
Roll pin.
Thank you! Getting ready to do this today.. Question, why not remove the exhaust? Seems to annoyingly be in the way. Also, why change that bearing? The new center diffs you can buy already come with a new one installed. Thanks!
Of course you can remove it. But I was to lazy. I didn't buy a new unit mine was used.
It’s EASY hears grunts and struggling an 984 steps later... lol
Had to but great vid bud really good instruction I might need to swap this part out on my outback
It has indeed a lot of steps, but its a straight forward job.
Amazing detail and video, helped me singlehandedly replace my bad gears when the circlip came off the diff and flew into the gears. Search "subaru center differential circlip" for ticking sounds related to gears whose teeth have been eaten away by this flawed factory part. My profile has a video of what that sounds like
Great extra info!! it really could help someone out.
Hello
The body vibrates when the 2013 Outback 3.6 accelerates
There's no noise
I replaced the cv joint and the proella shaft, but the vibration is still there
Will it get better if I change it
I doubt this will fix your problem.
Just got the pin out of the shift linkage! My knuckles tell the story.... 😖 Anyways... The linkage is not budging off the shaft!!! I tried hamming and the shaft was coming out a bit.. Decided maybe I should just leave it on and work around it?? Is that OK? Looks like I can fit my socket up there with the extention! What a job!
Maybe heating it up just a bit. Don't Cook it.
@@TheDutchGarage Any issues just leaving it on?? I can get to the bolts on the housing just fine it appears!
Don't know, I doubt you can get to it.
I have an 02 wrx 5speed with the wrong rear differential in it so it chewed up my front tires. I went and got new tires installed (not knowing why the tires were chewed up, but i now know why) and on the first day of driving it i heard one loud clank by my shifter. After that moment on it would very frequently make a loud clanking noise in the center and i think the driveshaft is slamming against the body.
I since then parked the car, installed the correct rear differential (did a lot of research) , now it only makes the noise when the wheels are turned at slow velocity(like from a stop).
appreciated
I have the spare transmission (hence why the rear differential was different) and it never made this noise so that leads me to believe that the center differential on the old transmission is still good. I only swapped it because 3rd and 5th would always pop out of gear and would get stuck in reverse. Would this be the only assumption as to why this is happening? Thanks in advance for any help! You definitely gave me the confidence to do this in my garage. (Axles look okay and no boots are ripped)
sounds like center diff issue indeed.
@@TheDutchGarage are the center diffs the same for an 02wrx > 05 2.5rs ? meaning the 1.1:1
@@InsaneTaco1997 There are 2 center diffs that i am aware of for the 5 speed. 1 pre 1999 and 1 1999 and upwards.
@@TheDutchGarage thanks for replying you've helped me tremendously!
I have a 2011 legacy with a m6 in it. Mine drives ok for about 10 mins and then after that at low speed and turning the outside loaded up wheel pops and has resistance. On the highway I do hear some bearing noise from the transmission area.
Most likely the center diff is shot.
Just want to say thank you! This is a huge help
Glad that I could help.
Hey man thanks. I bought my teen son a 2004 Impreza Outback 5-speed, 156,000 miles. AWD of course. We didn't notice a whine noise, but it just started clicking or tapping around curves and acceleration. I can feel the tapping in the gear shift handle. And it seems it sometimes loses AWD grip when it taps. So I think the center diff is binding the output shafts sometimes.
Question, must I lift all 4 wheels off the ground to get the center diff out? Can I just lift the front and remove the stuff in the way? Or must it have all 4 wheels lifted off ground?
Thanks!
If I were you, I would do all 4. Just give yourself the room. I do think you can get away with only the front. Good luck 👍
Thank you very much !!!!! I'am very happy. I made this ☺
No problem!
thanks so much for making this vid. I need to replace mine in my swapped Forester ej205
No problem, if you have any questions please ask!
I’m leaking from right here. Dumped all the gear oil. Should I replace the gasket like you did and examine the gears?
If you don't have problems then don't bother.
Great video and great back story thank you!
Thank you! Appreciate the feedback.
if you get a flat on the front you need to take a good tire from the rear and move it up...pain in the ass and put on spare tire in back the put fwd fuse in
Hi thanks for the tip, i think youre right about the tyre change. i cant put it in 2wd mode becource its 100% mecanical 4wd.
This is only the case for automatic Subaru transmissions. They use a MPT clutch pack controlled by fluid pressure to send power to the rear, not a center differential as demonstrated in this video. Manual Subaru's are 100% mechanical.
Great post. I am reasonable handy but have never done anything like this before. Also, I would have to do it in the driveway. Is that advisable?
Can you post a list of parts and tools needed for this job? How can I make sure I get the right centre diff for my 2010 Outback Diesel 6sp?
What is the worst thing that can happen if I don't fix it?
I did it on de driveway so you can do it. Just make sure you use some good jack stands. Parts can be a bit different Between models. So be sure to look it up for the model you have.
Excellent video, my car hops/binds when steering at low speeds, but doesn't whine. Could this be center diff?
It sounds like it. To bad it's a common problem.
@@TheDutchGarage do you know if the 6mt diff needs a new NSK bearing like the 5mt? The design looks different/shorter.
Thanks for your help
You don't need to do it. But if you have it out of there why not replacement it. They have a tendency to whine.
@@TheDutchGarage yes I agree best to change it, is it the same bearing 5mt/6mt? NSK 6911?
U sir, got the first or second thumbs up i ever gave. Thanks for taking the time to make the vid. Greatings a fellow dutchman with an old subaru.
Wel thank you for your support, I really appreciate it!
Great educational video. My 2005 Impreza makes a whine noise whilst driving in gear and coasting in neutral. Would you say it's the centre differential bearing? Thanks
Thanks! There is a big chance that it is the centre bearing. To know for sure: raise the car on 4 jackstands. Start the engine, put the car in high gear and listen where the noise come from. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU DO THIS. I really like to see you back some time :-).
Nice one thanks. Will try that out
Since I'm due for some maintenance I have the question: What are the type and numbers of the other two bearings? (in the excellent video you explain that you've already replaced those, but I haven't found the OEM numbers instead of the Subaru partsnumbers). Cheers!
Hallo Gert, thanks for the compliment! Please take a look here www.subarupartsandaccessories.com there are some minor differences between models on the other bearings. If you can't find it then by all means contact me again.
Ah thanks for the quick reply, I can't seem to enter since I have a non american car. Doesn't recognize the VIN.
you can look your car up without vin number. But if you give me you're model engine and year I will take a look for you.
You were right, very easy especially with this video to guide me
It just takes some time. But it isn't that complicated.
Thanks. If I do this job, I will drain the gear oil and drop the exhaust.
Posting my victory thank u comment. Great video, def something u can do at home and the weekend to kill
Good job! Saved some 💸 by doing that.
@the dutch garage i changed both front cv axle with oem but the clicking sound every time i turn was not resolved, Subaru told me my front diff is deffective. What are the symptoms for defective center diff? Thank you.
Can you change that bearing on the phase one center diff as well.?
My spare tire ruined my coupler on my subaru also. Lesson learned, carry a full size spare
I have to do the same job on my 2010 Outback soon. Clunking noise after the oil heats up, only on slow turns. Installed new axles but no luck. Not sure if I would be able to do it on my driveway
Same as the binding he referrs to, its because your center diff is also shot.
Should the centre differential gears be able to move inside ?
Mijn twee jaar oude outback heeft een nieuw differential nodig. Hij is nog onder garantie maar ik ben er niet blij mee. Mijn banden zijn ook nogal versleten, zou dat ermee te maken hebben?
De kans is zeer groot. Bij dere auto's kan je nooit 1 of 2 banden vervangen. Het zijn er gelijk 4. Tevens banden spanning is zeer belangrijk.
Thanks for the great video! I have a 2011 Outback 6MT and am having trouble getting the center diff out of the diff housing. In the videos it appears to slide out without a problem, but mine wont budge. I was able to get a fairly good grip on it, but there is a lot of resistance when Im pulling on it. Any ideas?
Did you get It ?
Thanks for the great video! Did you replace the other bearings with the same puller when you did this the first time? I will be doing this soon and purchasing all 4 bearings just in case.
Thank dude! no I used a bearing knife puller. But you can cut them off if you are careful. Good luck its not that complicated
Thx for that.I have a Impreza 20r 2011 model,after driving +_driving 50 km car have a slight binding feel when driving,when i stop and turn the stearing sligthly and reverse or forward ,left or right the car makes a clacking noise.Can it be central diff when hot?
It sounds indeed you have a bad centerdiff.
Dutch, this is a great video. Thanks for showing everything and you commentary. I have a 2002 Outback AT. Is the process similar / same for the 4 speed AT?
Thanks for the comment! But i am sorry to say that the AT boxes are WAY different. This video wont help you with your problem.
We commonly call the undersize spare tire a doughnut here in the US.
Thanks, thats nice to know. We call it a "thuisbrenger" "Home bringer"
JDM Garage Very interesting, I never would have guessed a name like that, but it makes sense. By the way, what one of issues do you get when that being wears out? My mother has an Outback and it makes some noise from behind the front seats while the car is going, especially on the highway at 110, or 120 km/h.
It sounds like a bearing isseu, it could be te diff center bearing. But first check the wheelbearings all around. Also check the gearbox oil level.
The Dutch Garage Thank you for the advice, I'm on it. I enjoyed watching this video, and have already subscribed. I think it's time to cook up some popcorn, sit back, and watch some more of your videos before I get under that car.🙃
Thanks buddy for the kind words. I hope you like my other videos as well.
never reuse oil..nowonder you going on a third diff. my 378.000k forester still have original diff and its still tight enough
Красавчик. Очень популярно. Спасибо!
No problem!
Awesome video. What could you see or feel that was wrong with the center diff after you pulled it out? I thought mine was bad, but I pulled it and it looked good and felt smooth.
Thank you! No there is just noting visible and you cant feel it (not that I am aware of) the only thing I noticed that when installed and I want to turn the back wheels (all wheels of the ground) it was almost impossible to turn. And with a good diff it was much easier.
@@TheDutchGarage thank you!
How do the eBay remanufactured center diffs hold up ? Are they garbage ? Do they work out well ?
I honesty don't know, but my second hand unit is still running fine.
adding to liked for when it’s time to do this to my car
It's a common probleem, hopefully you will not have to do it.
Great video
Diff on my B4 died as well
Its a commen subaru isseu... o well. I hope this video will help you out.
The Dutch Garage I have a 2011 Outback W/CVT TRANSMISSION. CAR HAS A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN U START OFF TURNING L OR R. DOESN'T MAKE NOISE IF GOING STRAIGHT. DO U THINK PROBLEM IS LS DIFFERENTIAL OR CLUTCH PKG OR SOLONOID IN TRANSMISSION?
THANKS-J-HALL
Hallo Jerry, does the car make the clunking sound when the car is stone cold? if not then I'm almost 100% sure its the center diff. You can set the car on 4 jackstand en put the car in neutral. try to spin the rear tires if you really have to work it to make it turn then it is the center diff. I hope this helps you.
You do this when the car is warm, right? The rear tires would turn fairly easy when it is cold?
I did it when its cold.
How do you remove the bearing race that's stuck in the transmission? The race that goes around that little bearing on the shaft
You have special pullers for those things. but most of the time you can get tem out with a freeze spray and some leverage.
GREAT VIDEO-SUPER HELPFUL.
Thank you, thanks for watching!
Hi. I have a 2010 Legacy and recently having some nasty grinding noise when braking to a stop. It doesn't do it when going in reversed. During this period I had a flat tire as well, and when replacing with the small spare tire, the grinding noice is even louder than before. Have firstly checked and replaced pads and rotors (which looks fine initially) and wheel bearings. Didn't change anything. Could it be the same here it's tye center differential?
Grinding noice, I don't think it's the diff itself. It could be a bearing, but hard to tell.
So I just brought the center diff bearings, as-well as some other bearings, right from Subaru, but do you need to pre-grease these bearings or not?
No, don't grease the bearings. but if you want to lube them up then use 75w90 gearbox oil. Good luck with your quest!
Was the tyre one of the skinny ones if so called a space saver in Australia I wish people with AWD. System would understand
Yes a donut tire or space save tire indeed.
A biscuit wheel in South Africa 😂 my legacy was more stable driving with the flat than the space saver 🙄
Maybe I missed it, but how much oil should I buy if I’m replacing my center diff? I’m not reusing the oil, I’m going to completely reservice the car.
The gearbox and center diff are a combined unit. They share the same oil. in total it is about 3.5 liters and the rear diff needs 0.8 liter.
@@TheDutchGarage Thanks for the insight! I actually went back and rewatched the video and heard where you said you drained about 4 liters! I just did my center diff today and used this video for reference for my 2000 WRX, and it worked great! Few extra bolts but pretty much everything similar! Thanks!
@@MrJimmyboy262 That is so awesome to hear. It looks really like a crazy big job but that isn't the case. Man, I love youtube!
i need this done... do u think 1300$ is a good price?
Thanks for uploading. Where did you get the diff? I can't seem to find one used. Except maybe a complete gearbox.
Hi, well i got it from a company in the Nederlands. Sometimes there also for sale on ebay.
I'm Dutch :-) I just kept it in english for the other readers. But since this is only interesting to Dutch readers I'l continu in Nederlands. Welke firma was het? Ik kom nergens verder dan een complete versnellingsbak.
Hi, contact www.deijne.nl there really nice guys. just be sure that you get the right one for your car. 99 and up is the one you see in the video 98 and down is different. installation is the same.
Van Deijne heeft me al aan veel onderdelen geholpen. Prima tent, 20 minuten van mijn huis, en al heel lang goed bezig. Ik had alleen gevraagd naar de hele tussenbak. (Mijn 2001 Forester turbo heeft een bak die los op de versnellingsbak zit. Met eigen olie geloof ik zelfs.) Misschien had ik moeten vragen naar alleen het differentieel. Dat ga ik nog proberen. Nieuw kost me dat 5 of 6 honderd euro. Enorm bedankt voor de info!
Does it make a difference if I have an automatic transmission. Or is it the same for manual to? What I mean is are thay both the same
Sorry but no, i doesn't even look like it.
Why you change the center diff of this car one or more than one time? I need to know the exactly reason... Thanks in advance
Wel I did get a second hand unit and that was was also broken. So I needed to change it again.
Thanks, the problem I have is When I turn left or right the rear wheels lift
i have been stuck removing the shift linkage bolts for a combined 3-4 hours
That thing can be a B*TCH. get yourself a solid punch for that. Also support the back so you don't bend the
How much mechanic charge for that job?
Subaru really needs to put a proper sized spare that can handle the AWD and won’t fuck up the mid diff.
Great video. Would this be the same for a 2001 Forester Manual?
Thanks, 5 speed then yes. But there can be some minor diffrences. Like the bearings but the process is the same.
Thanks for the reply. Are the bearings a different size? Any idea what they’d be or how I find out before doing the job? I’d like to order them before starting the job.
The center diff bearing are all the same but there are some diffrences between the smaller bearings of the support axles.
Need help 2019 Subaru Impreza where's the drain and fill for the center differential? Does it share fluid from the front?
Yes, transmission and center diff share the oil.
I forgot mine is a CVT my center differential has a small whining sound so should i replace the CVT fluid and see if it would help before going taking down my center differential?
@@dy3dsl648 Sounds like you have a bad bearing. I don't think changing would solve it on te long run but you could always try of course.
Got the pin out of the shift linkage, but as far as getting the linkage off the rod... It might as well be one piece... Will I hurt anything by hammering it, or is that an awful idea?
Tapping it would be fine but dont hammer it! You will destroy your gear forks! Maybe a bit of heat might help.
I ended up using channel locks on the portion of the shaft that protruded from the transmission, adjacent to the linkage, while using a punch through the bolt hole I'd removed. I was able to work it out after a bit of wiggling and twisting, while keeping the shaft stationary.
Unfortunately I found several gear teeth on the two shafts had sheared partially or nearly completely off... But this vid allowed me to get there myself, and realistically probably saved me $1500+. Thanks a lot, guys.
Great! and now the rest of the problem :-)
That sucks balls man. But glad that we could help.
Hallo !!
I have a subaru forester sf 1999, my center diff is making bearing noise and when the car is warm make like a bloking noise when I make a full turn, I already bought all the parts and I want to do the job next week but I have a great doubt about the bearings , I see two different kinds of bearings ( I mind only the 3 that are not together with the viscous diff ) my fear is about opening and see that one of those bearings is bad and not to have the right one to replace. I am doing the replacement in a rent garage, because that I want to be sure about.
Where I both the subaru genuine parts they have 2 different pairs of bearing compatible with my car.
I bought the OEM number parts 806230170, 806330120, 806322080 for the last two they also have 806222120, 806230130 that are also compatible with my car but was out of stock. The first one ist the only they sell for my car, is the one behind the viscous diff is the big one with 4 bolts on it, different that yours on the video.
Maybe do you know how can I be sure about that?
thank you for the video is helping me a lot.
Greatings from the Black Forest!!
The big center bearings are all the same but the smaller ones can be different indeed.
@@TheDutchGarage ok, do you know how can I check the right for the small ones, is there a web site or catalog?
thanks man!!
There is a good website that you can use. Can't remember the name but it's mentioned a lot in the comments.
www.subarupartsandaccessories.com/
Wonder how similar this process is for the 4EAT. I'm assuming it is somewhat different. Any insight anyone?
The fluid that you drain at the beginning is from the transmission correct?
Yes, it is the plug for the transmission/transfercase oil.
hey mate awsum job very helpfull thank u so much!
No, problem thanks for the comment!
o, I had my knuckle delog from the ball joint and pulled on the CV shaft and in result pulled the Axle drive shaft out with it on the passager side. Looking at a break down of the part. It looks like I am dropping the transmission and pulling the front diff incasing apart. Is that sound right?
Um, did you pull the axle out of the CV joint? or dit you pull the cv joint out of the gearbox? but in both cases you dont need to pull the gearbox. The CV joint is held in plase by a roll pin. you need to drive that out.
Hi great video i was wondering if you can help me with some information on my Subaru Tribeca 08 (Automatic). I was hearing some grinding noises coming from the rear left wheel also one time had a gear slippage and lost power. Also the car made the grinding noises as i turned corners which made me think it was a wheel bearing. I took it to an auto transmission mech and they said after diagnosing it they said it was the planetary gear (centre diff right ?) Quoted me $2000 if it was just the Centre Diff replaced. $5000 they said if damaged had worked its way into the gear box. i want to fix the problem my self have found a Transmission at a wreckers which would cost $400. Would i be wiser pulling the whole transmission off my car and cleaning it out inspecting for metal and damage Before just replacing the Differential, ??
First of all i am not that familiar with the automatic transmission of a Subaru. But what i would have done is take the car to a transmission flushing station. I know that that inst a popular statement. but i did have some great results with it. If that doesn't do the trick then just replace the transmission with a second hand or rebuild one. especially if you can get one for just $400. $400 and a days work beats the hell out of 2000 or even 5000 dollars!
Great video bro!
Thanks dude!
Hey there i have a 5-speed manual 2004 Impreza Outback N/A that i bought for my son as a first car. Test drove it for 500 miles and it seemed fine. Tagged it for legal driving and 200 miles later i have some kind of binding click noise that happens randomly, but more often when the tires are operating on muddy snow terrain. I can feel the clicking in the stick shift handle.
The tranny gear oil was about 1.75 qts low. I filled it and sound is a little less present but still present.
Is the center differential lubed by the same gear oil reservoir as the manual transmission?
What do you suggest to do? Thanks!
Yes it shares the same oil. Hard to say what you have to do. But is sounds like it's the beginning of the end for the diff.
@@TheDutchGarage for the center diff coupler or the whole tranny/front diff?
@TheDutchGarage the reason why I don't think it's the transmission gears themselves is because it makes the noise in all gears while in curves or quickly accelerating. It will do it while coasting in all gears as well, but not as much, and only when not going straight.
So I got the tapping sound randomly and especially around quick shifts and uneven terrain or cornering. I put the Impreza up in the air about 3" of air under each tire. Tested everything out to 3,500 RPM and all gears, 60 mph. Turning and braking.
The tapping was hardly noticeable and only sometimes and when shifting on high rpms. Drained gear oil next and it was black but no metal or junk in it. A little of debris on the plug magnet, looks like clutch material from normal wear.
I was going to do this job but then I said nah....not on my back, outside in Winter. Paying a shop $500 to do it. Another shop wanted $1,600! Bought the viscous coupler for $192 on ebay. The shop is supplying any misc parts and gear oil.
Thanks for the instructions!
When I do this should I replace all the bearings while I'm in there?
It is just one of these "while you in there" things. Most of the time you don't have to but the bearings are not that expensive.
Yes. They all wear out together.
So helpful, Thanks!
That's why I made this video! Thanks for watching.
What kind of oil can I use for my transmission Subaru xv 2019
Depends on the transmission AT or MT. But the best ting you can do is call your local supplier.
Hi do you know if a 2005 sti 6MT center differential will work for a 2006 sti 6MT? I understand the 2006 is expensive so im wondering if an 05 sti 6MT dccd will work for the 06 sti 6MT dccd model?
That's a question I don' t know without looking it up. This is what I found. www.subarupartsandaccessories.com/a/Subaru_2005_STI-25L-TURBO-6MT-4WD-SEDAN/_80160_6027565/MT--TRANSFER--EXTENSION-02MY-05MY/G11-121-03.html
this is the drawing of 02MY-05MY
www.subarupartsandaccessories.com/a/Subaru_2006_STI-25L-TURBO-6MT-4WD-SEDAN/_80160_6027566/MT--TRANSFER--EXTENSION-06MY-/G11-121-04.html
This is the drawing of 06MY
as you can see the center diff part number is 38913 in both cases. So I do think there the same but don't know for sure. Save this website its a great source for parts or parts numbers.
I need to replace center diff for my 96 outback, is it close enough to help me?
Yes, but you need a phase one centerdiff. For the rest it is the same process.
Its a hell of a job, sounds like im not strong enough to bang it, it takes alot of strenght to get under and hold those parts. I think i will drive my subaru until it locks up then i will call the tow truck to junk yard.
I don't think you break it that easy, you probably are changing tires a lot.