Steering Shaft: Service and Repair

Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: The steering column lever MUST be in the LOCK (FULL UP) position before disconnecting the following components:

^ The steering column

^ The intermediate steering shaft

Notice: Secure the steering wheel utilizing 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

- The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.

Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position, support it from movement.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the left front tire.




3. Remove the intermediate shaft to steering gear pinch bolt. Discard the bolt.
4. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.
5. Lower the vehicle.




6. Remove the intermediate shaft pinch bolt at the steering column shaft. Discard the pinch bolt.
7. Slide the intermediate shaft off the steering column shaft.




8. To unseat the intermediate shaft seal from the dash, squeeze the 4 tabs on the seal individually, then pull towards the inside of the vehicle.
9. Remove the intermediate shaft/seal from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the intermediate shaft/seal through the front of dash.

Important: To ensure seal is properly seated, inspect the 4 tabs on the seal from the engine side of the seal. Do NOT twist or squeeze the seal during installation.

2. Seat the intermediate shaft seal by pushing forward from the inside of the vehicle, until all four tabs of the seal are fully seated.
3. Connect the new intermediate shaft to the steering column shaft.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the new steering column pinch bolt to the intermediate shaft.
- For electronic power steering, tighten the bolt to 49 N.m (36 lb ft).
- For hydraulic power steering, tighten the bolt to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).




5. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear shaft.
6. Install the new steering gear pinch bolt to the intermediate shaft.

Tighten the bolt to 49 N.m (36 lb ft).

7. Install the left front wheel.