Installation Procedure
Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) - Install
If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Extension- Rear (4) - Install
- Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [ 4x ] - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Extension (1) - Install
Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [ 8x ] - Fastener Specifications
- Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [ 10x ] - Fastener Specifications
{without RC1} Install the underbody skid shield.
- Underbody Skid Shield (2) - Install
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [ 4x ] - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
The proper position of the underbody skid shield is between the underbody splash shield and the front frame.
{with RC1} Install the underbody skid shield.
- Underbody Skid Shield (3) - Install
- Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [ 2x ] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [ 2x ] - Fastener Specifications
- Lower the vehicle.
Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) @ Intermediate Steering Shaft - Install
If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Mid Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Front Wheelhouse Liner- Left Side - Install - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
- Install the left front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Aluminum Wheel)
- Remove the device used to prevent steering column rotation.
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Refer to Fastener Caution .