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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - SECURITY AND LOCKSKEY LOCK CYLINDERSREMOVALSTEERING LOCK

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Steering Lock

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Steering Lock

Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
Remove the cover assembly - column.
1. Remove the clips, and remove the cover - column (a).
2. Remove the screws.
3. Release the claws, and remove the cover assembly - column UPR (b) and the cover assembly - column LWR (c).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Steering Column Cover Assembly Clips
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Remove the immobilizer antenna assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Immobilizer Antenna. >
Release the claws, and pull the key warning switch downwards to remove.

Fig 2: Identifying Key Warning Switch Claws
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Remove the screws and remove the key lock solenoid.

Fig 3: Locating Key Lock Solenoid Screws
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Remove the key lock solenoid.
1. Disconnect the connector.
2. Remove the screws and remove the key lock solenoid.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Key Lock Solenoid
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Replace the key cylinder.
1. Insert the key into the key cylinder, and turn the key to the ACC position.
2. Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A), and pull the key cylinder until the key cylinder claws touch the steering lock frame stopper (B).
  
  Fig 5: Removing Key Lock Cylinder
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3. Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A), and release the claws to pull out the key cylinder.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Key Lock Cylinder
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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.