Disassembly And Assembly

STEERING COLUMN


Disassembly and Assembly












DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove bolt from upper joint, then remove upper joint from steering column assembly.
2. Remove ignition switch tamper resistant self-shear type screws with a drill or other appropriate tool.

ASSEMBLY
Assembly is in the reverse order of disassembly.





- Install new tamper resistant self-shear type screws.

CAUTION:
Any time the ignition switch has been disconnected, removed and installed, the keys must be re-registered in the BCM. Refer to CONSULT-III operation manual IVIS/NVIS.

INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY
When the steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering column as follows:
1. Check the column bearings for damage or unevenness. Replace the steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
2. Check the column tube for deformation or breakage. Replace the steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
3. If the vehicle has been involved in a collision, or if noise and rattles are heard during a turn, check the length (L) of the column.
If out of specification, replace the steering column as an assembly.












4. Check for proper lubrication of joints and levers, apply multi-purpose grease as necessary. Maintenance.





5. Check for wear around the seal edges, replace steering column assembly as necessary.
6. Check for corrosion or pitting around the seal sliding area.





7. After installing the steering column, check the tilt mechanism for proper operation.






CAUTION:
- Do not exert any load or impact in the axial direction immediately before or after column removal.
- After installation, check for smooth steering wheel rotation, without any catches or noise.
- Replace the column if it is depleted of grease, worn, damaged, or if any scratches or coating separation is present on the shaft seal area causing grease to leak out of sealed steering column assembly.