Tools Required

J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin

Notice: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.

1. Install the J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole.
2. Remove the intermediate shaft bearing. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Bearing Replacement .



3. Remove the upper intermediate shaft (2) to steering column retaining nut and bolt (1).
4. Disconnect the upper intermediate shaft from the steering column and remove the upper intermediate shaft.

1. Install the upper intermediate shaft and connect the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the upper intermediate shaft (2) to steering column retaining nut and bolt (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 62 N·m (46 lb ft).




3. Install the intermediate shaft bearing. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Bearing Replacement .
4. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column lower access hole.