Installation Procedure
- Position the intermediate steering shaft (1) on the vehicle.
- UNLOCK and turn the steering wheel so the intermediate steering shaft upper bolt (1) and intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (2) can be installed.
- Install and tighten Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (2) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
- Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Install and tighten Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt (1) to 36 N.m (27 lb ft)
- Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Inspect the Cardan joint boot for proper positioning.
The boot MUST be pulled downwards to the original position, or such that the end of the boot is directly adjacent to the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .