Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Special Tools

J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin

Removal Procedure





Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

* The steering column
* The intermediate shaft(s)
* The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.

1. Install the J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




3. Mark the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear to aid in reassembly.
4. Remove the lower intermediate shaft to power steering gear retaining bolt.
5. Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft from the power steering gear.




6. Remove the lower intermediate shaft to the intermediate shaft bearing retaining bolt.
7. Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft from the intermediate shaft bearing.
8. Remove the lower intermediate shaft from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the vehicle.
2. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the intermediate shaft bearing.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the intermediate shaft bearing retaining bolt and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).




4. Align the marks made at removal and install the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear.
5. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear retaining bolt and tighten to 61 Nm (45 lb ft).
6. Lower the vehicle.




7. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column lower access hole.