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Intermediate Steering Shaft

Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the Steering column.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the left front tire.
4. Remove the pinch bolt at the power steering gear stub shaft.
5. Remove the intermediate shaft from the power steering gear stub shaft.
6. Remove the intermediate steering shaft.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the intermediate shaft to the power steering gear stub shaft.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the pinch bolt to the power steering gear stub shaft.
^ Tighten the power steering gear pinch bolt to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the left front tire.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Install the steering column.