FixVault

Combination Switch (Wiper): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. 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 screws and remove the steering column cover lower.
    Fig 1: Locating Steering Column Cover Lower Screws
    G05957752Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the harness cover lock.
  4. Remove the screws and detach the knee protector.
    Fig 2: Locating Knee Protector Screws
    G08542325Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the mounting screws of steering column cover upper.
    Fig 3: Removing Steering Column Cover Upper Mounting Screws
    G08542326Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the connector from wiper switch.
  7. Remove the screws and then remove the wiper switch.
    Fig 4: Locating Wiper Switch Screws
    G05004145Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.