Key Lock Cylinders: Replacement

2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Replacement
  1. Raise the front door glass to the top position.
  2. Remove the door trim. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Door Trim. >
  3. Remove the sealing cover.
  4. Remove the rod clamp. Remove the bolt. Replace the key cylinder (1).
Fig 1: Removing Rod Clamp
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