Upper Steering Coupling: Installation

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Fig 1: UPPER STEERING COUPLER SHAFT

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1 - LOWER STEERING COUPLER

2 - RELEASE TANGS (4)

3 - UPPER STEERING COUPLER SHAFT

Install the upper steering coupling shaft (3) to the vehicle. See Figure.

Fig 2: RELEASE TANGS
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1 - RELEASE TANGS (4)

2 - UPPER STEERING COUPLER SHAFT

Install the upper steering coupling shaft seal (2) by pushing it in securing the four tangs (1) to the panel. See Figure.

Fig 3: UPPER STEERING COUPLER SHAFT

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1 - LOWER STEERING COUPLER

2 - RELEASE TANGS (4)

3 - UPPER STEERING COUPLER SHAFT

NOTE: Note: A new steering coupling shaft pinch bolt for the upper and lower shafts must be used.

Install the steering coupler shaft (1) to the column. See Figure.
Install the upper pinch bolt (3) use new bolt and tighten to 57 N.m (42 ft.lbs).
Install the shaft to the lower coupler (1). See Figure.
Install the lower pinch bolt (1) use new bolt and tighten to 57 N.m (42 ft.lbs).
Unlock the steering wheel.
Reconnect the negative battery cable.