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Universal Joint: Removal

  1. Adjust the tilt position of the steering column to the neutral position.
    CAUTION: Always place the tilt lever to the lock position after the steering column is adjusted.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Under Cover
    G10272459Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the under cover - front. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Under Cover.>
  3. Remove the front exhaust pipe. (H6 model only) <Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Exhaust Pipe.>
  4. Remove the universal joint assembly - steering.
    1. Place alignment marks on the universal joint assembly - steering.
      NOTE: Place alignment marks on the following positions.
      • Between the column assembly - steering and the universal joint assembly - steering
      • Between the steering gearbox assembly and the universal joint assembly - steering
    2. Remove the bolt, and remove the universal joint assembly - steering.
      Fig 2: Locating Steering Universal Joint Assembly Bolts
      G10272460Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Set the driver's seat to the neutral position.
  6. Prevent the steering wheel from turning using the seat belt.
    Fig 3: Fixing Steering Wheel Using Seat Belt
    G10270100Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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