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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2008FORESTER F4-2.5L DOHC TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION LOCKSERVICE AND REPAIR
2008 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC Turbo
Ignition Lock: Service and Repair
2008 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC TurboSECTION Service and Repair
Ignition Key Lock
REPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
2. Remove the steering column.
3. Secure the steering column in a vise. Remove the bolt with a drill.
4. Remove the ignition starter and steering lock.
5. Use a new fixer bolt. Tighten the fixer bolt to the bolt head wrenched off.
REPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
2. Remove the steering column.
3. Secure the steering column in a vise. Remove the bolt with a drill.
4. Remove the ignition starter and steering lock.
5. Use a new fixer bolt. Tighten the fixer bolt to the bolt head wrenched off.
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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.