Steering Wheel: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Subaru Ascent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the screws on the back of the steering wheel.
- Disconnect the connector and remove the paddle shift switch.
- Release the claws and remove the screws, then detach the cover spoke.
- Remove the cover steering wheel LWR.CAUTION: Carefully remove the cover steering wheel LWR and the steering wheel. Do not pull with excessive force. Otherwise, heat wire between cover steering wheel LWR and steering wheel may be damaged. (Model with steering heater)
- Remove the connectors and screws.
- Release the claws and harness clips, and detach the cover steering wheel LWR.
NOTE: For model with steering heater, disconnect the connector with the cover steering wheel LWR removed from steering wheel, and remove the steering heater unit. Also, remove the heater elements RH and LH secured with double-sided tape from the cover steering wheel LWR. - Release the claws and remove the screws, then detach the satellite switch.
- Release the claws, and then remove the MID switch.
- Release the connector, screws and claws, and remove the steering heater switch and steering heater unit. (Model with steering heater)