Subaru Outback (BR): Universal Joint
A: REMOVAL
1) Adjust the tilt position of the steering column to the lowest position and
lock the tilt lever.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4503.png)
2) Prevent the steering wheel from turning using the seat belt.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4504.png)
3) Remove the universal joint.
- Place alignment marks on universal joint.
- Remove the universal joint bolt and remove the universal joint.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4505.png)
B: INSTALLATION
1) Before installation, check the universal joint. <Ref. to PS-23,
INSPECTION, Universal Joint.>
2) Adjust the tilt position of the steering column to the lowest position and
lock the tilt lever.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4506.png)
3) Align the cutout portion (a) at serrated section of the column shaft (c)
and yoke (b), then install the universal
joint into column shaft.
CAUTION:
Be sure to align the protrusion section (a) of the column shaft side with the
cutout (a) of the serration.
If the protrusion is aligned with the other cutout (d), the universal joint bolt
cannot be assembled.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4507.png)
- Column shaft side
- Gearbox side
4) Install the universal joint to the serrations of gearbox assembly by
matching alignment marks.
5) Tighten the bolts on the gearbox side first, and then the column shaft side.
CAUTION:
Be sure to follow the tightening order and tightening torque of universal joint
to avoid the steering effort
from becoming heavy.
Tightening torque:
24 N*m (2.45 kgf-m, 17.7 ft-lb)
Clearance between universal joint coupling and adjacent parts:
15 mm (0.59 in) or more
C: INSPECTION
Check for wear, damage or any other faults.
1) Check the universal joint for excessive looseness.
Service limit:
Universal joint play: 0 mm (0 in)
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4508.png)
2) Measure the swing torque of universal joint.
- Place the universal joint between wooden blocks and fix it on a vise.
- With the yoke (a) of gearbox side facing up, measure the swing torque in
two directions.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4509.png)
- With the yoke (b) of steering column side facing up, measure the swing
torque in two directions.
![Subaru Outback. Power Assisted System (Power Steering)](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_universal_joint_4510.png)
Service limit:
Maximum load: 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbf) or less
- Replace as necessary, if it is found defective.
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1) Adjust the tilt position to the lowest position and lock the tilt lever.
2) Remove the driver's airbag module assembly.
Push in the snap pin using a hexagon wrench or equivalent wrapp
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove the cradle. <Ref. to FS-20, REMOVAL, Cradle.>
2) Remove the bolts, and remove left and right main mounting brackets.
3) Remove the bolts and remove the steering gearbox.
C
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the V-belts. <Ref. to ME(H4SO)-43, REMOVAL, V-belt.>
3) Remove the power steering oil pump assembly.
Disconnect the co
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A: PROCEDURE
1. POWER SUPPLY
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
Push the lock (A).
While holding down the lock (A), disconnect the connector.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure
Your vehicle is equipped with “all season tires” which are designed to provide
an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking performance in year-round
driving. In winter, it may be possible to enhance performance through use of tires
designed specifically for winter driving conditi
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