Steering Shaft: Service and Repair

Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Special Tools

J 42640 - Steering Column Lock Pin

Removal Procedure




1. Turn the steering wheel far enough to the left to gain access to the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (1).

2. Remove the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (1).

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.




3. Insert J 42640 - steering column lock pin (1) into the steering column access hole in order to lock the steering column. This will maintain the correct orientation.




4. Remove the lower coupling (2) from the steering gear (3).

5. Remove the drivers instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement.




6. Remove the upper steering gear coupling nut (1) and bolt (2).

7. Slide the upper coupling from the steering column shaft.

8. Release the gear shaft boot toward the passenger compartment side of the cowl.

9. Remove the intermediate shaft from the passenger compartment side of the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Place the intermediate shaft into the vehicle.

2. Slide the upper coupling into the steering column shaft.

3. Connect the intermediate steering gear shaft boot.




4. Install the upper steering gear coupling nut (1) and bolt (2).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

Tighten the upper coupling bolt to 48 Nm (35 lb ft).

5. Install the drivers instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement.

6. Remove J 42640 - steering column lock pin from the steering column.




7. Connect the lower coupling (2) onto the steering gear (3).

8. Install the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (1).

Tighten the lower coupling retaining bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).