Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1982 Subaru GLF Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering Column: Disassembly
- Clamp steering column carefully in a vise. On 2 spoke steering wheels, remove single screw retaining horn pad. On 4 spoke steering wheels, remove horn pad retaining screws from back of wheel.
- On all models, remove horn pad. Remove steering wheel nut. Remove steering wheel. Remove column covers, combination switch and horn brush.
- Remove screws retaining bearing to steering column. Pull out shaft from the bottom of cover. Remove snap ring, washer, "O" ring and bearing.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.