Universal Joint: Installation

Align the cutout at serrated section of the column shaft and yoke, and then insert the universal joint into column shaft.

Fig 1: Aligning Cutout At Serrated Section Of Column Shaft And Yoke

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Align the matching marks, and then insert the universal joint to serrated section of gear box assembly.

Tighten the bolt.

Tightening torque:

24 Nm (2.4 kgf-m, 17.4 ft -lb)

IMPORTANT: Excessively large tightening torque of the universal joint bolts may lead to heavy steering wheel operation.

Standard clearance between gearbox to DOJ:

Over 14 mm (0.55 in)

Align the center of roll connector.

Install the steering wheel and airbag module.

WARNING: Always refer to AIRBAG SYSTEM before performing airbag module service.