Steering Wheel: Assembly

2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Assembly
CAUTION:
  • Securely install the switch and the cover - steering wheel LWR. Improper insertion of the pins or claws of the switch and the cover - steering wheel LWR may cause improper installation.Β 
  • When installing the heater steering wheel and the cover - steering wheel LWR for models with steering heater, be careful of the following:Β 
    • Attach the heater element to the cover - steering wheel LWR so that it is not twisted or does not interfere with switches.Β 
    • Be careful not to allow the heater element to be caught in steering frame, unit and cover - steering wheel LWR.Β 
  1. Install the switch assembly - steering (MID). (Model with MID switch)
  2. Install the steering heater switch and steering heater unit to the cover - steering wheel LWR. (Model with steering heater)
  3. Install the satellite switch.
  4. Install the cover - steering wheel LWR.
    NOTE:

    Secure the heater element on the cover - steering wheel LWR using double-sided tape. Refer to the figure below to attach the heater element and double-sided tape symmetrically.Β 

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  5. Install the paddle shift switch. (Model with paddle shift)
  6. Install the screws at two locations on upper back side of the steering wheel. (Model without paddle shift)
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