COUPLING, Steering Column: Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Dodge Charger and 2010 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Align the lower coupling (2), then carefully slide it onto steering gear input shaft (3).
- Install a NEW pinch bolt (1) to the steering coupling (2) at the steering gear (3). Tighten the pinch bolt to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs).
- Align the pin on the steering shaft with the nut in the lower coupling shaft and slide the shaft (3) into the lower coupling (5).
- Install a NEW steering coupling pinch bolt (4). Tighten the pinch bolt to 31 N.m (23 ft. lbs.).
- Check and make sure the plastic collar (2) on the column shaft is engaged in the groove within the boot (1).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the steering wheel holder.
- Check the operation of the steering column for binding or noises.