Steering Intermediate Shaft, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Straighten the wheels.

-- Position the steering wheel as far down as possible using the full range of the steering column adjuster.

-- Turn the steering wheel to the center position (wheels are straight).

-- Turn the steering wheel so that the wheels are in the straight-ahead position and then tape it secure -arrow- so that it cannot turn.

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NOTE:

Be sure to use tape that will not leave behind any residue when it is removed.

Be careful not to turn the steering wheel during the repair because the Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring with Slip Ring -F138- can become damaged.

-- Move the driver seat rearward to the stop.

-- Remove the bolt -2- and remove the steering intermediate shaft -3- from the steering column -1-.

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-- Place the vehicle on a hoist.

-- Remove the rear noise insulation -arrow-.

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-- Remove the bolt -arrow-.

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-- Remove the steering intermediate shaft -1- from the steering gear -2-.

WARNING:

Danger of getting burned by the exhaust system depending on the engine installed.

-- Remove the protective boot on the straps -arrows- from the body.

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-- Remove the steering intermediate shaft downward.