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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Bolt Holding Upper To Lower Shaft Connection
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  1. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the vehicle.
  2. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear.
  3. NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  4. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear input shaft pinch bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower intermediate shaft the power steering gear input shaft pinch bolt to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

  5. Fig 2: Upper Intermediate Shaft & Lower Intermediate Shaft
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  6. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft.
  7. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  8. Fig 3: Identifying J 42640
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  9. Unlock the steering column by removing J 42640  from the steering column lower trim cover access hole.