Pipe Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Lift-up the vehicle, and then remove the jack-up plate.

Fig 1: Removing Jack-Up Plate
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Remove the one pipe joint at the center of gearbox, and then connect the vinyl hose to pipe and joint. Discharge fluid by turning steering wheel fully clockwise and counterclockwise. Discharge fluid similarly from the other pipe.

Fig 2: Removing Pipe Joint At Center Of Gearbox
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Remove the clamp E from pipes C and D.

Fig 3: Removing Clamp E From Pipes C & D
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Disconnect the pipe C and D from gear box.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Pipe C & D From Gear Box
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Remove the air intake duct. Refer to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct.
Remove the bolt A.
Disconnect the pipe C from oil pump. Disconnect the pipe D from return hose.

CAUTION:

Do not allow fluid from the hose end to come into contact with pulley belt.
To prevent foreign matter from entering the hose and pipe, cover the open ends of them with a clean cloth.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Pipe C From Oil Pump

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.