2016 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

External Connection Terminal: Installation: Front

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CAUTION:

Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to Β AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTIONΒ 

  1. Install the AUX unit assembly.
  2. Connect each connector and install the tray center UPR.
  3. Install the cover center side. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CENTER CONSOLE>INSTALLATION
  4. Install the console box assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CONSOLE BOX>INSTALLATION
  5. Install the panel starter switch. (Model with push button ignition starter) Ref. to SECURITY AND LOCKS>PUSH BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH>INSTALLATION
    NOTE:

    For the models without push button ignition starter, install the cover starter switch.Β 

  6. Install the cover LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER COVER>INSTALLATION
  7. Install the panel assembly center and the ornament panel mid passenger. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CENTER CLUSTER>INSTALLATION
  8. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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