Bolt (Intermediate Shaft) Installation Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Align the marks made during removal and install the steering shaft to the steering gear.
- Tighten the joint bolts (lower and upper).
Tightening torque
- 17.6-26.5 N.m
- {1.80-2.70 kgf.m, 13.0-19.5 ft.lbf}
- 17.6-26.5 N.m
- After tightening the bolts, move the intermediate shaft joint up and down and verify that it is securely installed.