Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Inspection
POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > Steering Column
INSPECTION
1. UNIT INSPECTION
Check the following items, and if there is anything out of standard value, it is considered to be damaged. If so, replace it with a new part.
• Measure the whole length of the column assembly - steering.
Standard: Overall length L
Tilt and telescopic column (measure while minimized)
819.7+1.5 −1.5 mm (32.27+0.059 −0.059 in)
• Check the steering wheel deflection in axial and vertical directions.
Specification:
Axial deflection A (deflection of steering wheel)
Less than 6 mm (0.24 in)
Vertical deflection L (runout of steering wheel)
Less than 17 mm (0.68 in)
2. INSPECTION OF AIRBAG SYSTEM
Refer to “Airbag System” for airbag inspection procedure. Driver’s Airbag Module > INSTALLATION">
Steering column
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Removal
POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > Steering ColumnREMOVALCAUTION:Before handling the airbag system components, always refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in &l ...
Other materials:
Removal
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Fuel economy hints
The following suggestions will help to save
fuel.
Select the proper gear position for the
speed and road conditions.
Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration.
Always accelerate gently until you
reach the desired speed. Then try to
maintain that speed for as long as
possible.
Do ...
Dtc u0131 lost communication with power steering control module
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