Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing & Jacket - Assemble
Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket -Assemble - Off Vehicle (Standard)1. Install the support mounting bracket (2).
2. Lubricate the new support screws (1) with LOCTITE.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precaution.
3. Install 4 new support screws (1).
Tighten the screws to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
4. Install the steering shaft assembly (2) into the steering column jacket assembly.
Important: The bearing retainer must be seated correctly on the steering shaft.
5. Install the new bearing retainer (1).
6. Install the adapter and bearing assembly (3).
7. Install the lower bearing seat (4).
Important: When installing, compress the lower bearing spring (5) to the length of 23.5 MM (0.93 inches) 0.5 mm between the lower bearing seat (4) and the lower spring retainer (6).
8. Install the lower bearing spring (5).
9. Install the new lower spring retainer (6).
Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Coil Caution in Service Precautions.
10. Install the steering column jacket.
11. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.