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Upper Intermediate Shaft

Fig 1: Pinch Bolt & Lower Intermediate Shaft Coupler
GC0148175Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  1. Install the intermediate shaft (4) to studs at the cowl.
  2. Install the two mounting nuts (1) and tighten to 13 N.m (115 in. lbs).
  3. Install the lower intermediate shaft coupler (3) to the upper intermediate shaft (4).
  4. Install the pinch bolt (2) and tighten to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Bolt, Upper Coupler & Steering Column
    GC0148176Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Install the upper shaft coupler (2) to the steering column (4).
  6. Install and tighten the pinch bolt (1) to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
  7. Unlock the steering wheel.
  8. Reconnect the negative battery cable.