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Electric Power Steering Gearbox: Disassembly

CAUTION: 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.
    G10272482Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the tie-rod (d) from the gearbox assembly.
    1. Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band - boot (e) from the boot - steering gearbox.
      NOTE: Replace the boot - steering gearbox or the band - boot (e) if there is damage, cracks or deterioration.
    2. Remove the tie-rod (d).
    G10272483Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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