Section 38 (Steering System (Service Information)): Column: Shaft-Intermediate: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: This procedure applies to RHD vehicles only. The intermediate shaft (Z-coupling) on the LHD column is not serviceable.

Fully extend or pull out adjustable steering column.
Position the front wheels straight-ahead . Center the steering wheel and lock it in place with a steering wheel holder.
Raise and support the vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

Fig 1: COUPLING PINCH BOLT AT INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
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Remove the pinch bolt (3) connecting the intermediate shaft (1) to the steering coupling shaft (2).
Separate the intermediate shaft (1) from the steering coupling (2).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 2: INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO DASH ATTACHMENT
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Remove the two retaining nuts (3) securing the intermediate shaft to the dash panel.
Loosen the shaft seal at the dash panel.

Fig 3: COLUMN TO INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ATTACHMENT
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Remove the pinch bolt (3) securing the intermediate shaft to the steering column shaft (1).
Slide the intermediate shaft (2) off the steering column shaft (1) and remove it from the vehicle.