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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2022IMPREZA BASE, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - SECURITY AND LOCKSIGNITION KEY LOCKREPLACEMENT

2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans

Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Replacement

CAUTION:

Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
Do not allow harness and connectors to interfere or get tangled up with other parts.
If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, perform "VSC(VDC) Centering Mode" of the VDC. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC CONTROL MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM & H/U)>ADJUSTMENT>VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE .

Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE:
For the hybrid model, disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER COVER>REMOVAL .
Remove the knee airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>KNEE AIRBAG MODULE> REMOVAL .
Remove the column assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>STEERING COLUMN>REMOVAL .

Remove the ignition key lock.

Secure the column assembly - steering in a vise.

Use the reverse tap and drill to remove the set bolt and remove the ignition key lock.

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Install the ignition key lock.

Secure the ignition key lock to the column assembly - steering.

CAUTION:

When installing the ignition key lock, confirm that the fitting portion of the ignition key lock is properly engaged with the opening portion of the column shaft.

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Use new set bolts. Tighten the bolt until the bolt head is broken (bolt head wrenched off).

Install the column assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>STEERING COLUMN>INSTALLATION .
Install the knee airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>KNEE AIRBAG MODULE>INSTALLATION .
Install the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver.
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE:
For the hybrid model, connect the battery negative terminal.

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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.