Removing Rusted Crankshaft Timing Belt Sprocket (SUB0318AP)

WARNING: This page is about the Legacy L, 4D Sedan, AWD, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 1998-12-01
Reference number: SUB0318AP

REMOVING RUSTED CRANKSHAFT TIMING BELT SPROCKET

TECHNICAL INFORMATION TIP

Reference Number(s): SUB0318AP, Date of Issue: December, 1998

REMOVING RUSTED CRANKSHAFT TIMING BELT SPROCKET

YEAR(S): 1990-98

MANUFACTURER: Subaru

MODEL(S): Legacy

DATE OF ISSUE: December 1998

ISSUE & TIP

When replacing the timing belt on a Subaru Legacy, we suggest to our customers that the front crankshaft seal also be replaced. More often than not, the seal begins to leak between recommended timing belt replacement intervals.

Removing the crankshaft timing belt sprocket can be difficult if it has rusted to the crankshaft. While some sprockets have threaded holes to facillitate removal with a puller, others have unthreaded holes. Using a 8 X 1.25 mm tap, you may thread these unthreaded sprocket holes without having to drill the holes any larger. Use bolts that are long enough to attach a puller to the sprocket, without having to remove the radiator.

Courtesy of Import Service Magazine

with thanks to:

Steve Courtice

Subaru Specialties

Monrovia, California

REFERENCE NUMBER

SUB0318AP

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