Forester S F4-2.5L DOHC (1998)
6. Insert rack stopper into cylinder tube until internal groove (on cylinder side) is aligned with external groove (on rack stopper). Turn rack stopper
with ST so that rack stopper hole is seen through cylinder slits.
7. Insert rack stopper into rack housing, and wrap circlip using a sharp pointed pliers to secure rack stopper in position.
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch rack while winding circlip.
NOTE: Rotate wrench another 90 to 180° after the end of circlip has been wrapped in.
8. Fit mounting rubber onto rack housing.
VALVE ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Use only SUBARU genuine grease for gearbox.
Specified grease for gearbox: VALIANT GREASE ME (Part No. 003608001)
1. Apply specified grease to dust cover.
2. Install dust cover on valve assembly.
3. Apply genuine grease to pinion gear and bearing of valve assembly.
4. Install gasket on valve assembly. Insert valve assembly into place while facing rack teeth toward pinion.
