2008 Subaru Outback Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Angle Sensor: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Do not perform the removal except when the replacement.
  • When replacing three times or more, replace the combination switch as assembly to protect the threads.
  1. Set the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
  3. Remove the airbag module.

    <Ref. to REMOVAL, DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE .>

    WARNING: Always refer to "Airbag System" when performing the airbag module repair service. <Ref. to CAUTION, AIRBAG SYSTEM , General Description .>
  4. Remove the steering wheel.

    <Ref. to REMOVAL , Steering Wheel.>

  5. Remove the screws and remove the steering column lower cover.
  6. Remove the two screws securing the steering column upper cover.
  7. Unlock the harness band and disconnect the connector of the steering angle sensor.
    Fig 1: Identifying Harness Band And Connector
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  8. Remove the screws which secure the roll connector to steering column.
    Fig 2: Identifying Roll Connector
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  9. Remove the steering angle sensor from roll connector.
    Fig 3: Locating Steering Angle Sensor Screws
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  10. Turn the protrusion portion of new steering angle sensor to match the alignment mark of inspection hole.
    Fig 4: Identifying Alignment Mark Of Inspection Hole
    G05343434Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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