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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGPOWER ASSISTED SYSTEMSTEERING GEARBOXREMOVAL
2002 Subaru Forester Base
Steering Gearbox: Removal
2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Removal
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Loosen front wheel nut.
- Lift vehicle and remove front wheels.
- Remove front exhaust pipe assembly. Refer to
REMOVAL
, Front Exhaust Pipe.WARNING: Be careful, exhaust pipe is hot.
- Using a puller, remove tie-rod end from knuckle arm after pulling off cotter pin and removing castle nut.
- Remove jack-up plate and front stabilizer. Refer to FRONT , Front Stabilizers
- Remove one pipe joint at the center of gearbox, and connect vinyl hose to pipe and joint. Discharge fluid by turning steering wheel fully clockwise and counterclockwise. Discharge fluid similarly from the other pipe.
- Remove universal joint. Refer to REMOVAL , Universal Joint.
- Disconnect pipes C and D from pipe of gearbox.CAUTION: Be careful not to damage these pipes.
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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.