Installation Procedure
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- Install the lower end of the upper intermediate shaft through the bulkhead.
- Connect the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column.
- Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the intermediate shaft pinch nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
- Position the intermediate shaft seal over the shaft.
- Install the intermediate shaft seal nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
- Connect the upper intermediate shaft to the lower intermediate shaft.
- Install the upper intermediate shaft to lower intermediate shaft pinch bolt and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Remove the J 42640 from the steering column lower access hole.
IMPORTANT:
If you are installing the same shaft, align the marks and the relationship of the bolt and clamp made during the removal procedure.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
The intermediate shaft pinch bolt is held by a keeper and not to be tightened. To obtain proper torque, tighten at the intermediate shaft nut.
IMPORTANT:
The upper intermediate shaft to lower intermediate shaft pinch nut is held by a keeper and not to be tightened. To obtain proper torque, tighten at the pinch bolt.