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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEM (SERVICE INFORMATION)STEERING WHEELINSTALLATION
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Steering Wheel: Installation
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Installation
CAUTION:
- Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. >
- If the steering wheel has been removed, make sure that the steering roll connector is not turned from the original position.
- If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor are removed, perform "VSC(VDC) Centering Mode" of the VDC. < Ref. to VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE , ADJUSTMENT, VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >
- Align the center position of the roll connector. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Roll Connector. >
- Install the steering wheel.
Tightening torque:
Steering wheel: 39 N.m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.8 ft-lb)
Clearance:
Between cover assembly - column and steering wheel: 4 - 6 mm (0.16 - 0.24 in)
- Install the driver's airbag module. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Driver's Airbag Module. >
- Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.