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Universal Joint: Installation

  1. Align the cutout portion at serrated section of the column shaft and yoke, then install the universal joint into column shaft.
    Fig 1: Identifying Cutout Portion And Serrated Section Of Column Shaft And Yoke
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  2. Install the universal joint to the serrations of gearbox assembly by matching alignment marks.
  3. Tighten the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    24 N.m (2.4 kgf-m, 17.4 ft-lb) 

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

    Clearance between coupling of universal joint and turbo cover: 

    15 mm (0.59 in) or more 

  4. Align the center position of the roll connector. Refer to ADJUSTMENT , Roll Connector .
  5. Install the steering wheel. Refer to INSTALLATION , Steering Wheel .