Universal Joint: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Adjust the tilt position of the column assembly - steering to the lowest position and lock the tilt lever.
- Remove the universal joint assembly - steering.
- Place alignment marks on the universal joint assembly - steering.NOTE: Place alignment marks on the following positions.
- Between the column assembly - steering and the universal joint assembly - steering
- Between the steering gearbox assembly and the universal joint assembly - steering
- Remove the bolt, and remove the universal joint assembly - steering.
- Place alignment marks on the universal joint assembly - steering.
- Prevent the steering wheel from turning using the seat belt.