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 AssemblyActive Command Modes Inspection [Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm)]
1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization
screen of the IDS.
a. Select “DataLogger”.
b. Select “Modules”.
c. Select “BSML” or “BSMR”.
3. Select the simulation items from the PID tabl ...
Emergency flashers
The emergency flashers in the Subaru Solterra are designed to alert
surrounding drivers when the vehicle must be stopped unexpectedly due to a breakdown,
hazard, or other urgent situation.
Operating instructions
Press the emergency flasher switch located in the Subaru Solterra cabin.
All turn ...
Alarm
The Subaru Solterra alarm system combines visual and audible alerts
to immediately notify of any unauthorized intrusion attempts.
The alarm in the Subaru Solterra will activate under the following
conditions when armed:
If any locked door or the rear hatch is opened without using the proper ...