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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014LEGACY 2.5I, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 35 (POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM POWER STEERING (SERVICE INFORMATION))STEERING COLUMNINSTALLATION
2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT Trans
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). >
- Install the grommet to the toe board.
- Insert the end of the column assembly - steering into the toe board grommet.
- 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)
- Connect all connectors located under the beam COMPL - steering.
- Connect the horn harness and airbag connector, and install the airbag module.
- Install the knee airbag module.
- Install the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver INN and OUT.
- 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.
- Align the center position of the steering roll connector. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Roll Connector. >
- Install the steering wheel. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Steering Wheel. >
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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.