How to Remove the Rear Differential on Subaru Forester?

Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, block the front wheels, and raise the rear of the vehicle. Support it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear wheels, drain the lubricant from the differential, disconnect the driveshaft from the rear differential, remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler, pry the inner CV joint out of the differential just far enough to release the snap ring, support the rear of the differential with a floor jack, remove the mounting fasteners that attach the differential to the rear cross member, remove the four front mounting fasteners and bracket, carefully lower the differential enough to separate the drive axles from the differential, carefully lower the differential and remove it from under the vehicle, place the differential on the jack head and position it directly underneath the mounting bracket and cross member, raise the differential enough to install the driveaxles into the differential, raise the differential into position and install the rear mounting nuts loosely, then install the front mounting nuts, tighten all mounting fasteners securely, install the driveshaft, fill the differential with the type and amount of lubricant specified, install the wheels, remove the jack and lower the vehicle to the ground, and tighten the wheel lug nuts to the torque.

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Subaru Forester Differential Carrier Assembly
Part Number: 38300AC360
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- Manufacturer Note: VB1AAA
- Replaces: 38300AC300
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022-2025 Subaru Forester | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 4 Cyl 2.5L Hybrid
- 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring | 2.5L H4
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Part Number: 38300AC370
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- Manufacturer Note: VB1AAB
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- 2019-2021 Subaru Forester | Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring
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Subaru Forester Differential Assembly Rear R
Part Number: 27011AA344
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: G/R=4.111
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 27011AA341, 27011AA342, 27011AA342S1, 27011AA342R1, 27011AA340, 27011AA341B1, 27011AA343
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2013 Subaru Forester | Base, Forester Sports, L, S, X, X Premium, XS | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Rear Differential Assembly
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: G/R=4.111
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2013 Subaru Forester | XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo
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Subaru Forester Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AB270
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: G/R=4.111
- Position: Rear
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring | 2.0L H4
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Subaru Forester DIFF CARR AY/VB3CAB
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Subaru Forester Differential Assembly
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.444
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA414
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- 1998-1999 Subaru Forester | L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA344
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-1999 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Differential Assembly-Rear
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- Manufacturer Note: 4.111 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA731
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- 2001-2002 Subaru Forester | S | 2.5L H4 SOHC
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.444 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA542
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, S, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 SOHC, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.444
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2010 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L, S, X, X Limited, XS | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Part Number: 27011AA343
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA344
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2010 Subaru Forester | Base, Forester Sports, L, S, X, XS | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Part Number: 27011AA521
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA731
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2001 Subaru Forester | S | 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA414
$1690.13 MSRP: $2492.82
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: G/R=4.444
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 27011AA410, 27011AA411B1, 27011AA412S1, 27011AA411, 27011AA412, 27011AA413, 27011AA412R1
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2013 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L, S, X, X Limited, X Premium, XS | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Part Number: 27011AB181
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: G/R=4.444
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Forester Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AB160
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Subaru Forester | XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo

Subaru Forester Differential

The Subaru Forester Differential allows each wheel to spin at the needed speed, granting the crossover smooth turns and great traction. The device passes engine torque through a ring gear and side gears so the inner and outer wheels don't turn the same distance during a corner. That reduces tire scrub and drivetrain strain. The first Forester vehicles relied on an open Differential. This piece splits the amount of power sent to each wheel evenly. This can leave one wheel uselessly spinning on ice and other low-grip surfaces. Later trims of the vehicle introduced a limited-slip Differential. This clever mechanism combines clutch packs with elaborate gears. When it detects a difference in tire rotation speed, it shifts the torque towards the tire that has more grip. This feature improves take-off and also hill control. The upgrade helped out on snowy back roads and gravel lanes the owners liked. The all-wheel drive versions combine front and rear Differentials with a center Differential that distributes force between the axles, ensuring every tire contributes. The combination of the three together makes up the symmetrical all-wheel drive layout. Subaru drivers of Forester expect a certain handling. Keeping clean lubricant inside any Differential prevents heat damage and noisy breakdowns, preserving the confident handling Subaru drivers expect from their Forester.

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Subaru Forester Differential Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rear Differential Assembly
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Q:
How to Remove the Rear Differential on Subaru Forester?
Posted by William B.
A:
Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, block the front wheels, and raise the rear of the vehicle. Support it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear wheels, drain the lubricant from the differential, disconnect the driveshaft from the rear differential, remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler, pry the inner CV joint out of the differential just far enough to release the snap ring, support the rear of the differential with a floor jack, remove the mounting fasteners that attach the differential to the rear cross member, remove the four front mounting fasteners and bracket, carefully lower the differential enough to separate the drive axles from the differential, carefully lower the differential and remove it from under the vehicle, place the differential on the jack head and position it directly underneath the mounting bracket and cross member, raise the differential enough to install the driveaxles into the differential, raise the differential into position and install the rear mounting nuts loosely, then install the front mounting nuts, tighten all mounting fasteners securely, install the driveshaft, fill the differential with the type and amount of lubricant specified, install the wheels, remove the jack and lower the vehicle to the ground, and tighten the wheel lug nuts to the torque.
Answered by Subaru Parts Specialist Albert / Jul 28, 2025