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Universal Joint: Removal

  1. Set the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position.
  2. Adjust the tilt position of the steering column to the neutral position.
    CAUTION: Always place the tilt lever to the lock position after the steering column is adjusted.
  3. Prevent the steering wheel from turning using the seat belt.
    Fig 1: Locking Steering Wheel Using Seat Belt
    G11245584Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the under cover - front. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Front Under Cover>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the universal joint assembly - steering.
    1. 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 (only when the guide is not installed)
    2. Remove the bolt, and remove the universal joint assembly - steering.
CAUTION: Do not remove the guide camera.
Fig 2: Locating Steering Universal Joint Assembly Bolts
G11245585Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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