Caution: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

Note: Place scribe marks on the intermediate steering shaft and the upper intermediate steering shaft prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.

1. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt.
2. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the upper intermediate steering shaft.
3. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
4. Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft from the vehicle.

Note: If a new upper intermediate steering shaft is being installed then transfer the position of the alignment marks from the old component to the same locations on the new component. Failure to transfer the alignment marks may result in an off-center steering wheel after installation.

1. Install the upper intermediate steering shaft to the vehicle.
2. Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.



3. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the upper intermediate steering shaft.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the intermediate steering shaft bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).