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Lower Steering Coupling: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
    NOTE: The steering column on vehicles with an automatic transmission may not be equipped with an internal locking shaft that allows the ignition key cylinder to be locked with the key. Alternative methods of locking the steering wheel for service will have to be used.
  3. Lock the steering wheel with the tire in the straight position.
  4. Remove and discard the upper coupler pinch bolt (Figure ).
  5. Remove and discard the lower coupler pinch bolt (Figure ).
  6. Remove the lower steering shaft coupler (Figure ).