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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINFOTAINMENTENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMDATA COMMUNICATION MODULEREMOVALDATA COMMUNICATION MODULE
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Data Communication Module
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Data Communication Module
- Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
- Remove the center grille assembly. < Ref. to CENTER GRILLE ASSEMBLY , REMOVAL, Air Vent Grille. >
- Remove the heater control assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Control Panel. >
- Remove the audio assembly or navigation assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Audio. >
- Remove the data communication module.
- Remove the screws.
- Remove the audio bracket or navigation bracket, and then remove the data communication module.
CAUTION: Do not drop or apply any impact to the data communication module.
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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.