Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

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.


1. Remove the left side engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement (Engine Splash Shield Replacement) .





Important: Place scribe marks on the intermediate steering shaft and the upper intermediate steering shaft prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.


2. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt.
3. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the upper intermediate steering shaft.
4. Remove the left side instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair) .





Important: Place scribe marks on the steering column and the upper intermediate steering shaft prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.


5. Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) at the steering column and disconnect the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) from the steering column.
6. Do not unseat the intermediate steering shaft lower seal (3) from its place.
7. Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure


Important: If a new upper intermediate steering shaft is being installed then transfer the position of the alignment marks from the old component to the same locations on the new component. Failure to transfer the alignment marks may result in an off-center steering wheel after installation.


1. Install the upper intermediate steering shaft to the vehicle.




2. Connect the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) to the steering column.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .


3. Install the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) at the steering column.

Tighten the bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

4. Ensure the intermediate steering shaft lower seal (3) is in place.
5. Install the left side instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair) .




6. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the lower intermediate steering shaft.
7. Install the intermediate steering shaft bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

8. Install the left side engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement (Engine Splash Shield Replacement) .