Intermediate Steering Shaft - Upper

- Tools Required
- J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin

Removal Procedure





1. Install the J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole.





Important: Mark the relationship of the intermediate shaft components in order to assure proper installation.

2. Mark the relationships of the following components:
- Mark the relationship of the bolt and clamp at both ends of the upper intermediate shaft.
- Mark the relationship of the upper intermediate shaft to the lower intermediate shaft.
- Mark the relationship of the lower shaft coupler to the steering gear input shaft.
3. Remove the nut and bolt from the lower shaft to upper shaft connection.





4. Remove the nut and bolt (1) from the upper shaft to steering column connection.
5. Slide the intermediate shaft down, out of the steering column connection.
6. Slide the upper intermediate shaft towards the instrument panel, out of the lower intermediate shaft, and remove the shaft from the vehicle.


Installation Procedure

Important: If you are installing the same shaft, align the marks and the relationship of the bolt and clamp made during the removal procedure.





1. Install the lower end of the upper intermediate shaft through the bulkhead, into the lower shaft.
2. Install the upper end of the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the bolt and nut (1) at the connection of the upper intermediate shaft and the steering column.
- Tighten the nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the bolt and nut at the connection of the upper intermediate shaft and the lower intermediate shaft.
- Tighten the nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).





5. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column lower access hole.