Removal Procedure
- Turn the steering wheel so the mid intermediate steering shaft bolts are accessible from the engine compartment.
- The steering column
- The intermediate shaft (s)
- The steering gear
- Secure the steering wheel so it will not turn when the intermediate steering shaft is disconnected.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [4x]
- Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
- Front Bumper Fascia Lower Stiffener Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (3) - Remove [6x]
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Front Compartment Air Deflector- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove
- Support the front cradle shear plate using a suitable jack.
Front Cradle Shear Plate Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Front Cradle Shear Plate Nut (2) - Remove [2x]
- Front Crossmember Brace Bolt (3) - Remove [8x]
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Position the left and right side wheelhouse liners (1) away from the front cradle sheer plate (2).
- Remove the front cradle sheer plate (2) from between the front bumper fascia center air deflector and the driveline and front suspension cradle and lower it from the vehicle.
Mid Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (2) - Remove
- Separate the mid intermediate steering shaft from the intermediate steering shaft by pushing the upper portion of the intermediate shaft (1) downward.
Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (1) - Remove
Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) - Remove
With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or 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:
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has become un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.