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Electric Power Steering Gearbox: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Subaru WRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:

When fixing the steering gearbox assembly in a vise, apply a wooden piece on the flange portion. 

  1. Remove the tie-rod end (a) and lock nut (b) from the steering gearbox assembly.
  2. Remove the clip boot tie-rod (c) located outside the boot steering gearbox using the pliers, and then slide the boot steering gearbox to the tie-rod end side.
    G14612037Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the tie-rod (b) from the gearbox assembly.
    1. Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band boot (a) from the boot steering gearbox.
      NOTE:

      Replace the boot steering gearbox or the band boot (a) if there is damage, cracks or deterioration. 

    2. Remove the tie-rod (b).
      G10270230Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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