1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified.

If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
315—320 mm {12.41—12.59 in}
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following.

a. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
Wheel, Column
Steering Wheel And Column InspectionBrake Fluid Pressure Sensor Inspection
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Install the SSTs to the master cylinder (secondary side) as shown in
the figure.
NOTE:
When installing the SST (49 D043 0A0) to the master cylinder, use
a commercially available flare nut wrench (flare nut across flat 12 mm {0.47
in}).
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SUBARU Safety Sense
The SUBARU Safety Sense suite in the Subaru Solterra integrates a
range of advanced driver assistance technologies designed to support the driver
and enhance both safety and comfort during everyday driving. These intelligent systems
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Operation of Automatic Air
Conditioning
Press the AUTO switch. Selection
of the airflow mode, air intake
selector and amount of airflow will be
automatically controlled.
Use the temperature control dial to
select a desired temperature.
Press the DUAL switch or turn the
front passenger temperature control
dial to control ...