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J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 333146  Size: SH

    Caution: 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. Object Number: 748880  Size: SH
  4. Remove the upper intermediate shaft (2) to steering column retaining nut and bolt (1).
  5. Disconnect the upper intermediate shaft from the steering column and remove the upper intermediate shaft.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 748880  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper intermediate shaft and connect the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  3. Install the upper intermediate shaft (2) to steering column retaining nut and bolt (1) and tighten to 62 N·m (46 lb ft).

  4. Object Number: 333146  Size: SH
  5. Install the intermediate shaft bearing. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Bearing Replacement.
  6. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column lower access hole.