Steering Column: Installation

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor are removed, perform "VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE " of the VDC. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >
  1. Install the grommet to the toe board.
    Fig 1: Installing Grommet To Toe Board
    G05343512Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Insert the end of the column assembly - steering into the toe board grommet.
  3. Tighten the column assembly - steering installation nut located under the beam COMPL - steering with the tilt lever fixed.

    Tightening torque: 

    20 N.m (2.04 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb) 

  4. Connect all connectors located under the beam COMPL - steering.
  5. Connect the horn harness and airbag connector, and install the airbag module.
  6. Install the knee airbag module.
  7. Install the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver INN and OUT.
  8. Install the universal joint assembly - steering. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Universal Joint. >
    CAUTION:
    • Always install the universal joint assembly - steering after installing the steering column to avoid damage to the universal joint assembly - steering.
    • Be sure to follow the tightening order and tightening torque of the universal joint assembly - steering to avoid the steering effort from becoming heavy.
  9. Align the center position of the steering roll connector. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Roll Connector. >
  10. Install the steering wheel. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Steering Wheel. >
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