Installation Procedure
- If you are replacing the intermediate steering shaft, copy the match marks from the old shaft to the new shaft.
- Ensure the tilt and telescope lever is in the locked position with the steering column tilted to the highest position and telescoped to the maximum rearward position.
- Position the intermediate steering shaft and intermediate shaft seal assembly in the vehicle on the driver's floor.
- Position the intermediate steering shaft in the dash panel opening.
- Working under the instrument panel, install the intermediate shaft seal (1) to the dash panel. Apply pressure to the seal in order to engage the 4 tabs.
- Working under the instrument panel, align the match marks (4) and connect the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering column shaft (3).
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Install the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt and tighten to 36 N.m (26.5 lb ft).
- Working under the vehicle, align the match marks and connect the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering gear pinion shaft (3).
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the steering gear pinion bolt (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Install the steering gear pinion bolt and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Working under the vehicle, ensure the 4 tabs (1) on the intermediate shaft seal engage the dash panel.
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .