Disassembly Inspection and Reassembly

DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the coupling and universal joint from the steering column and shaft assembly.




2. Apply the grease to the inside lip of the boot.
3. Remove the boot while using a rod to widen the lip section.




4. Apply the grease to the inside lip of the inner cover.
5. Cover the joint while using a rod to widen the lip section.




6. While using the rod to widen the inner cover from behind. pull the cover to remove it from the joint.




7. If it is necessary to remove the steering lock cylinder, use a hack saw to cut the special bolts at the steering lock bracket side.

INSPECTION
1. Check the steering shaft for damage, play and rough movement.
2. Check the joints for excessive play, damage or rough movement.
3. Check the tilt bracket for cracks or damage.
4. Check the cover or boot for damage.
5. Check that the steering lock mechanism operates properly.

REASSEMBLY
1. When installing the steering and ignition lock and steering lock: bracket to the column tube, temporarily install the steering lock in alignment with the column boss.





2. After checking that the lock works properly, tighten the special bolts until the head twists off.

CAUTION: The steering lock bracket and bolts must be replaced with new ones when the steering lock is installed.





3. Cover the inside lip of the inner cover with grease and pull the outside of the cover onto the joint.
4. Fill the inside of the bearing with multipurpose grease.
5. Install the bearings to the shaft on the joint assembly.





6. Wrap vinyl tape approximately one and one-half times around the concave circumference of the bearings, and then press fit the bearings into the cover assembly.