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Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement



Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

Notice: Secure the steering wheel utilizing 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

* The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.

Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position and lock it in place.
2. Disengage the intermediate steering shaft boot from the steering gear and the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.




3. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) and separate the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.
4. Remove the left side instrument panel insulator panel.




5. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) at the steering column, separate the intermediate steering shaft (2), and pull the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) from its place.

Important: Spreading both ends of the new or removed intermediate steering shaft while out of the vehicle will help with the installation.

6. Remove the intermediate steering shaft from inside the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the intermediate steering shaft from inside the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.




2. Install the intermediate steering shaft (2) to the steering column, install the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1), and install the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) back in place.

Tighten the bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

3. Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel.




4. Install the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear and install the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1).

Tighten the bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

Important: Do not tear the intermediate steering shaft boot and install it the in the exact position it came out.

5. Install the intermediate steering shaft boot to the steering gear and the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.

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