Overhaul

DISASSEMBLY
Remove the two screws securing the upper steering column covers, and the two screws securing the combination switch, and then remove related parts.

ASSEMBLY
Insert the combination switch to the upper column shaft, and install the upper column cover. Then route the ignition key harness and combination switch harness between the column cover mounting bosses.
Tightening torque: 1.2 N-m (0.12 kgf-m, 0.9 ft-lb)

CAUTION: Do not overtorque the screw.

INSPECTION
1. BASIC INSPECTION
Measure the overall length of steering column. If not within specification, replace it.
Standard. Overall length L
Tilt & telescopic column (measure the minimum length)
Except for OUTBA CK model
818.6+1.5 mm -1.5 mm (32.23 +0.059 in -0.059 in)
OUTBACK model
810.4+1.5 mm -1.55 mm (31.89 +0.059 -0.059 in)