Combination Switch-CLOCKSPRING: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Outback and 2001 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Disconnect lower clockspring connectors AB3 and AB8 at base of steering column. See Fig 1. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .
- Mark steering wheel and steering shaft for installation reference. Using appropriate puller, remove steering wheel. Remove upper and lower steering column covers. Disconnect combination switch-clockspring connectors from body harness connector. Remove 4 retaining screws from combination switch-clockspring assembly and remove combination switch-clockspring steering shaft. See Fig 2.