Shaft, Intermediate, Lower Extension: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: Steering Column Intermediate Shaft

Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

1 - INTERMEDIATE SHAFT EXTENSION

2 - INTERMEDIATE SHAFT

3 - STEERING GEAR SHAFT

1. Install intermediate shaft (2) using reverse of removal procedure.
2. Slide intermediate shaft coupling onto intermediate shaft extension (1) until hole is lined up for pinch bolt installation.
3. Install coupling pinch bolt at extension and tighten to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
4. Align intermediate shaft (2) with steering gear shaft (3). Slide intermediate shaft coupling onto steering gear shaft until bolt hole is properly aligned. It may be necessary to use a soft (brass) drift and hammer to tap the coupling into place.
5. Install coupling pinch bolt at steering gear shaft. Tighten pinch bolt to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
6. Install air cleaner housing. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION .
7. Remove steering wheel holder.
8. Connect battery (-) negative cable to battery negative post.