Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Installation

CAUTION:

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1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

• Apply grease to the snap pin to prevent the operating rod from wear.

• Replace the clevis pin with new parts, and apply thin coat of NIGTIGHT LYW No. 2 grease to the clevis pin.

Tightening torque:

Brake pedal: 18 N·m (1.84 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Knee airbag module: 7.5 N·m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

2. Install the column assembly - steering. Steering Column > INSTALLATION">

3. Install the universal joint assembly - steering. Universal Joint > INSTALLATION">

CAUTION:

• Always install the universal joint assembly - steering after installing the steering column to avoid damage to the universal joint assembly - steering.

• Be sure to follow the tightening order and tightening torque of the universal joint assembly - steering to avoid the steering effort from becoming heavy. After confirming that the steering column position is in the neutral position, tighten the universal joint assembly - steering.

• Always place the tilt lever to the lock position after the steering column is adjusted.

4. Connect the battery ground terminal. NOTE">

5. Check that the brake light operate properly.

6. Check the brake pedal after installation. Brake Pedal > INSPECTION">

Removal

Brake pipe

Other materials:

Sensors
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Assembly
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Braking
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