Subaru Impreza 2003 Service Manual page 2809

INSPECTION LOCATIONS AFTER A COLLISION
5. FRONT SUB SENSOR
If the front section of vehicle as shown in the figure
is damaged:
Check for the following, and replace damaged
parts with new parts.
• Front sub sensor is cracked or deformed.
• Mounting bracket is cracked or deformed.
• Connector is scratched or cracked.
• Airbag is deployed.
6. SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR
If the side section of vehicle as shown in the figure
is damaged:
Check for the following, and replace damaged
parts with new parts.
• Side airbag sensor is cracked or deformed.
• Mounting bracket is cracked or deformed.
• Connector is scratched or cracked.
• Side airbag is deployed. (operating side)
7. ROLL CONNECTOR
Check for the following, and replace damaged
parts with new parts.
• Combination switch or steering roll connector is
cracked or deformed.
8. STEERING SHAFT
Check for the following, and replace damaged
parts with new parts.
Overall length of steering column should be within
specifications.
Specifications:
Overall length L
Except for STi model:
825.7 ± ± ± ± 1.5 mm (32.5 ± ± ± ± 0.06 in)
STi model:
818.7 ± ± ± ± 1.5 mm (32.23 ± ± ± ± 0.06 in)
AB-00029
If necessary, replace it with a new part.
AB-00030
AB-11
AIRBAG SYSTEM
L
PS-00042