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.
Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
Steering Gear And Linkage AssemblyCustomization
In the Subaru Solterra, a variety of system parameters can be adjusted to better
match driver preferences, offering enhanced comfort, usability, and personalization
of vehicle functions.
WARNING
■ Back door closer
If the Subaru Solterra back door is left slightly ajar, the integrated
...
Keyless Control Module Configuration
1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to DLC-2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization
screen of the IDS.
Select “Module Programming”.
3. Then, select items from the screen menu in the following order.
Select “Programmable Modu ...
Tire Rotation
WARNING
Rotate tires periodically:
Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To
equalize tread wear for maintaining
good performance in handling and
braking, rotate the tires every 12,000
km (7,500 miles). However Mazda
recommends to rotate every 8,000 km
(5,000 miles) to help ...