Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Service Manual: Disassembly
CAUTION: When fixing the steering gearbox assembly in a vise, apply a wooden piece on the flange portion. 1. Remove the tie-rod end (a) and lock nut (b) from the steering gearbox assembly. 2. Remove the clip - boot tie-rod (c) located outside the boot - steering gearbox using the pliers, and then slide the boot - steering gearbox to the tie-rod end side.
3. Remove the tie-rod (d) from the gearbox assembly. (1) Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band - boot (e) from the boot - steering gearbox. NOTE: Replace the boot - steering gearbox or the band - boot (e) if there is damage, cracks or deterioration. (2) Remove the tie-rod (d).
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Inspection
1. UNIT INSPECTIONCheck components for wear, damage or other faults. Adjust or replace if necessary.2. LIMITMake a measurements as follows. If it exceeds the specified service limits, adjust or replac ...
Assembly
1. Install the tie-rod into rack.Tightening torque:90 N·m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.4 ft-lb)NOTE:Check the mating face of rack and tie-rod for foreign matter such as dust etc.2. Apply a coat of grease to ...
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Caution
• Prior to starting work, pay special attention to the following:1. Always wear work clothes, a work cap, and protective shoes. Additionally, wear a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.2. Protect the vehicle using a seat cover, fender cover, etc.3. Prepare the service tools, clean cl ...
