Tools Required

J 42640 Steering Column Lock Pin

1. Install J 42640 into the steering column access hole in order to lock the steering column. This will maintain the correct steering orientation.
2. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
3. Reposition the intermediate shaft seal to gain access to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt.



4. Remove the upper intermediate shaft pinch nut.
5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



6. Remove the lower intermediate shaft pinch bolt from the steering gear.
7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft.

1. Install the intermediate steering shaft (1).

Notice: 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.

2. Install the lower intermediate steering shaft pinch bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the pinch bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Install the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the pinch bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

5. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.



6. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column.