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Steering Wheel: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Set the tire to the straight-ahead position.
  3. Remove the airbag module. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Driver's Airbag Module. >
    WARNING: Always refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM" before performing service on the airbag module. < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. >
  4. Place alignment marks on the steering wheel and steering shaft.
    Fig 1: Alignment Mark On Steering Wheel And Steering Shaft
    G07671245Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the steering wheel nut, and then draw out the steering wheel from shaft using steering puller.
    CAUTION: When removing, always use the steering wheel puller to avoid deforming the steering wheel.
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