1. Remove the front lower arm from the vehicle..
2. Inspect the arm for bending or damage, and the ball joint for excessive looseness.
If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times
. Install the SST
to the ball joint stud, measure the rotational torque using a pull scale.

If not within the specification, replace the front lower arm.
1.0—4.9 N·m {11—49 kgf·cm, 9—43 in·lbf}
Pull scale reading [10—49 N {1.1—4.9 kgf, 3—10 lbf}]
Front Suspension
Front Lower Arm Removal/InstallationA Pillar Trim Removal/Installation
1. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
2. Pull the upper end of the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown
in the figure and remove clip A and B.
3. Cut the lead wire connecting clip B and grommet using a nipper and pull out
the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow sh ...
Brake/Taillight Bulb Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk mat.
b. Trunk board.
c. Trunk end trim.
3. Partially peel back the trunk side trim..
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Connector
2
...
Checking and replacing fuses
If any electrical system in your Subaru Solterra stops functioning,
it may be caused by a blown fuse. In such cases, inspect the fuse and replace it
if necessary to restore proper operation.
Checking and replacing fuses
1. Switch the power OFF in your Subaru Solterra completely before starting ...