Exposing the steering shaft joint

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Fig 1: Identifying Screw For Joint Between Steering Gear And Steering Shaft

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the screw for the joint between the steering gear and the steering shaft.

Press the joint up from the steering shaft.

Disconnect the cable to the stepper motor/solenoid.