Removal Procedure
NOTE:
Secure the steering wheel utilizing 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 move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.
- The steering column
- The intermediate shaft
- The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.
- With the wheels straight install anti-rotation pin J 42640 .
- Remove the steering shaft coupling bolt and nut (1,2).
- Separate the upper intermediate steering shaft from the steering shaft coupling.
- Remove the steering shaft coupling bolt and nut (1,3).
- Disconnect the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) from the steering column.
- Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft from inside the vehicle.
IMPORTANT:
Place scribe marks on the steering shaft coupling and the upper intermediate steering shaft prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.
IMPORTANT:
Place scribe marks on the steering shaft coupling and the steering column prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.