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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014LEGACY 2.5I, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 54 (SECURITY AND LOCKS)IGNITION KEY LOCKREPLACEMENT
2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT Trans

Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Replacement
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:
  • Before handling the airbag module, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. >
  • If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, perform "VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE " of the VDC. < Ref. to VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE , ADJUSTMENT, VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U). >
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the column assembly - steering. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Steering Column. >
  3. Remove the ignition key lock.
    1. Secure the column assembly - steering in a vise.
    2. Use the reverse tap or drill to remove the set bolt and remove the ignition key lock.
      Fig 1: Locating Ignition Key Lock
      G08319257Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the ignition key lock.
    1. Secure the ignition key lock to the column assembly - steering.
    2. Use new set bolts. Tighten the bolt until the bolt head is broken (bolt head wrenched off).
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