How to Remove the Rear Differential on Subaru Legacy?

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 Legacy Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AB151
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: G/R=3.900
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 27011AA331B1, 27011AA332R1, 27011AA332, 27011AA332S1, 27011AB150, 27011AA333, 27011AA330, 27011AA334, 27011AA331
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2012 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Base, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, Brighton, L, L-S | 2.2L H4, 2.2L H4 (New EVAPO), 2.2L H4 Series, 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L
- 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Legacy Differential Carrier Assembly
Part Number: 38300AC370
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- Manufacturer Note: VB1AAB
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- 2020-2021 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport, 2.5i Touring | 2.5L H4 DI
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Subaru Legacy Differential Carrier AY/VA1R
Part Number: 38300AC330
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- Other Name: Differential Carrier Assembly; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: VA1RBV
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2017 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport, 2.5i Touring | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC
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Subaru Legacy Differential Carrier Assembly
Part Number: 38300AC380
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- Other Name: Differential Carrier Ay
- Manufacturer Note: VB1BAA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2021 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport, 2.5i Touring | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DI
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Subaru Legacy 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
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, Base | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 SOHC
- 2002-2004 Subaru Legacy | Flat6, SUS Flat6 | 3.0L H6
- 1995-2000 Subaru Legacy | Base, Brighton, GT, L, LS, Out Back, Post | 2.2L H4, 2.2L H4 (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4
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Subaru Legacy Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AB161
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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:
- 2015-2017 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Premium | 2.5L H4
- 2010-2012 Subaru Legacy | 2.5GT Limited, 2.5GT Premium | 2.5L H4 Turbo
- 2001 Subaru Legacy | Flat6 | 3.0L H6
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Subaru Legacy Diff Carr AY/VB3CAA
Part Number: 38300AC450
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- Manufacturer Note: VB3CAA
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- 2020-2021 Subaru Legacy | 2.4R F/R-O, 2.4R Limited, 2.4R Touring | 2.4L H4 DIT
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Subaru Legacy Diff Carr AY/VB3BAB
Part Number: 38300AC430
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- Manufacturer Note: VB3BAB
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- 2020-2021 Subaru Legacy | 2.4R Limited, 2.4R Touring | 2.4L H4 DIT
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA411
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.444
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA414
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-1997 Subaru Legacy | GT, LS-I, Out Back, SUS | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA412
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear
- Manufacturer Note: 4.444
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA414
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-1999 Subaru Legacy | GT, LS-I, Out Back, SUS | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA342
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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:
- 1997-1999 Subaru Legacy | Brighton, GT, L, LS, Out Back, Post | 2.2L H4 , 2.2L H4 (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly-Rear
Part Number: 27011AA750
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- Other Name: Carrier
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AB161
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001 Subaru Legacy | Flat6 | 3.0L H6
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Subaru Legacy Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA890
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: 4.444 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA542
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
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- 2004 Subaru Legacy | Baja-B | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA850
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- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: 4.111 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 27011AA731
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
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- 2003-2004 Subaru Legacy | Baja, Baja-S | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly-Rear
Part Number: 27011AA740
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- 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:
- 2001-2009 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, Base, Cold Weather, Flat6, Flat6 L.L.Bean, Flat6-S, GT, Limited, SUS Flat6 | 2.5L H4, 3.0L H6
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA730
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- 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:
- 2005-2006 Subaru Legacy | GT, GT Limited | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA541
$2442.69 MSRP: $3088.10
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Product Specifications
- 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:
- 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy | GT, GT Limited, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Differential Assembly Rear Quarter
Part Number: 27011AA531
$2442.69 MSRP: $3088.10
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Product Specifications
- 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:
- 2000-2009 Subaru Legacy | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, Base, Cold Weather, GT, Limited, SUS Limited | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Legacy Rear Differential Assembly
Part Number: 27011AA880
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Differential Assembly-Rear; Carrier, Differential Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: 3.900 VISCOUS LSD
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Subaru Legacy | GT, GT Limited | 2.5L H4 Turbo

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Subaru Legacy Differential

The Differential of the Subaru Legacy sedan and wagon is a key component in the car's quality all-wheel drive system, allowing smooth cornering and confident power transfer. For decades, the Differential has handled the boxer engine's torque without drama even on a first-generation wagon or recent turbo sedan, trusted by drivers. The robust gear set of the car circuits the power between the wheels that let each wheel rotate at its own pace. This is done so that the tires can glide through sharp turns and do not skid. The open-type units featured in many of the Legacy trims generate an evenly distributed force, and the limited-slip Differential features clutch packs that transmit torque to the wheel with grip, offering enhanced traction over rain-soaked or icy roads. The assembly is mounted at the front, rear, or center depending on the year. With the same Differential, the front wheel, rear wheel, and signature symmetrical all-wheel drive setups give Subaru vehicles a balanced feel. According to the owners, apart from being lubricated, the part generally requires little else. Thus, Subaru is known for having low running costs and a durable product. Improving fuel efficiency is another advantage of the Differential as it redirects power where it is effective while lessening internal drag, ensuring that commuting and trips are not expensive. The capacity for steadier corner exits and predictability when the pavement texture varies has made the Legacy a hit with over 3,000,000 satisfied buyers. Every Subaru from early EJ sedans to the recent FA24 turbos follows the same philosophy, so a replacement Differential bolts in without hassle and restores factory character. The reliability of the Legacy drivetrain is attributed to a unique design, great manufacturing tolerances, and a robust service history, according to the Subaru community. The Subaru and Legacy name stand for trust.

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Subaru Legacy Differential Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Differential Assembly
27011AA850
Q:
How to Remove the Rear Differential on Subaru Legacy?
Posted by Bradley S.
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 / Jan 14, 2026