Intermediate Steering Shaft - Upper

Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Upper

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

Notice: The front wheels of the vehicle must be maintained in the straight ahead position and the steering column must be in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft. Failure to follow these procedures will cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.

1. Disable the SIR system.

Important: The steering column is removed with the upper intermediate shaft attached.

2. Remove the steering column.


Important: Note the relationship of the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column in order to ensure proper installation.





3. Remove the upper intermediate shaft to steering column retaining bolt.
4. Remove the upper intermediate shaft from the steering column.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column as noted during removal.

2. Install the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column retaining bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the steering column.

Important: The steering column is installed with the upper intermediate steering shaft attached.

4. Enable the SIR system.