Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Service Manual: Caution

• When performing any work, always wear work clothes, a work cap and protective shoes. Additionally, wear a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.

• When performing a repair, identify the cause of trouble and avoid unnecessary removal, disassembly and replacement.

• Some vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.

• Use SUBARU genuine grease, the recommended or equivalent. Do not mix grease etc. of different grades or manufacturers.

• Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.

• Always use the jack-up point when the shop jacks or rigid racks are used to support the vehicle.

• Do not secure a part in a vise directly. Place cushioning materials such as wood blocks, aluminum plates, or waste cloth between the part and the vise.

• When removing, installing or replacing the VDCCM&H/U, VDCCM&H/U bracket, steering wheel or steering angle sensor (steering roll connector), perform “VDC sensor midpoint setting mode” of the VDC. VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U) > ADJUSTMENT

• Always remove the universal joint before removing, installing or loosening the following parts to avoid damage to the universal joint. Also, to avoid steering effort from being heavy while driving, make sure that the following parts are firmly engaged before assembling the universal joint and the steering column tilt position is set in neutral.