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Ignition Switch Illumination: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Outback and 2012 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the steering column cover.
    1. Remove the screws by turning the steering wheel to right and left.
      Fig 1: Turning Steering Wheel
      G06653503Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Release the claws and remove the steering column lower cover.
      Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Lower Cover With Claws
      G00525674Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Separate the steering column upper cover and steering upper cover, and remove the steering column upper cover.
      Fig 3: Identifying Steering Column Lower Cover Claws And Screws
      G06653204Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the bulb socket and ignition switch illumination bulb.
    Fig 4: Removing Bulb Socket And Ignition Switch Illumination Bulb
    G06653506Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: If the bulb socket is faulty, replace the ignition key lock. Refer to IGNITION KEY LOCK .