Installing the lower steering shaft

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Fig 1: Identifying Lower Steering Shaft Screw

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Clean the steering gear pinion from any rust and lubricate.

Install:

the lower steering shaft
the screw of the lower steering shaft from within the vehicle.
NOTE: Ensure that the screw is seated in its groove on the steering gear. Use a new screw. Finger tighten.