Installation Procedure

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Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) - Install
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Prepare the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (1) for installation as follows:
1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Install the mid intermediate steering shaft to the intermediate steering shaft by sliding the upper portion of the intermediate shaft (1) upward.
Prepare the mid intermediate steering shaft bolt (2) for installation as follows:
1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
Mid Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (2) - Install - Fastener Specifications
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Front Compartment Air Deflector (2) - Install
Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
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Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (3) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (3) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [5x] - Fastener Specifications
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the device preventing the steering column from rotating.