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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1996LEGACY WAGON 4WD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSSTEERINGSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSPOWER STEERING SYSTEM TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
1996 Subaru Legacy Wagon 4WD F4-2.2L SOHC
Power Steering System Tightening Specifications
1996 Subaru Legacy Wagon 4WD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Power Steering System Tightening Specifications
Component Torque/Ft. Lbs.
Axle Nut 137
Brake Caliper 36 - 51
Disc Brake Rotor Splash Shield 7 - 13
Engine Mount To Crossmember 14 - 24
Hub Nut 137
Lug Nuts 58 - 72
Power Steering Line Fittings To Valve Housing Lower 7 - 12
Power Steering Line Fittings To Valve Housing Upper 7 - 14
Speed Sensor 14 - 29
Steering Gear Retaining Clamps & Bolts 35 - 52
Steering Pinion Shaft To Steering Torque Rod 10 - 14
Tie Rod End 18 - 22
Universal Yoke 16 - 19
Adjust Screw Locknut 22 - 36
Lug Nuts 58 - 72
Inner Tie Rod To Rack 51 - 65
Steering Shaft Pinch Bolts 15 - 20
Steering Rack Hydraulic Line Flare Nuts 7 - 12
Steering Rack Retaining Clamp Bolts 35 - 52
Tie Rod End Locknut 51 - 65
Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle [01] 18 - 22
Valve Housing To Rack 14 - 22
[01] -- Castle nut may be tightened an additional 60° to align cotter pin.
Axle Nut 137
Brake Caliper 36 - 51
Disc Brake Rotor Splash Shield 7 - 13
Engine Mount To Crossmember 14 - 24
Hub Nut 137
Lug Nuts 58 - 72
Power Steering Line Fittings To Valve Housing Lower 7 - 12
Power Steering Line Fittings To Valve Housing Upper 7 - 14
Speed Sensor 14 - 29
Steering Gear Retaining Clamps & Bolts 35 - 52
Steering Pinion Shaft To Steering Torque Rod 10 - 14
Tie Rod End 18 - 22
Universal Yoke 16 - 19
Adjust Screw Locknut 22 - 36
Lug Nuts 58 - 72
Inner Tie Rod To Rack 51 - 65
Steering Shaft Pinch Bolts 15 - 20
Steering Rack Hydraulic Line Flare Nuts 7 - 12
Steering Rack Retaining Clamp Bolts 35 - 52
Tie Rod End Locknut 51 - 65
Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle [01] 18 - 22
Valve Housing To Rack 14 - 22
[01] -- Castle nut may be tightened an additional 60° to align cotter pin.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.