Notice: The steering column must be in the LOCK position before disconnecting the following components:

1. Remove the driver's insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
2. Reposition the intermediate shaft seal and remove the intermediate shaft upper pinch bolt (3).
3. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column.
4. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
5. Remove the left front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Notice: The front wheels of the vehicle must be maintained in the straight ahead position and the steering column must be in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft. Failure to follow these procedures will cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.




6. Disconnect the intermediate shaft seal (1) from the steering gear (2).



7. Remove the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt (2).
8. Disconnect the intermediate shaft (1) from the steering gear (3).
9. Remove the intermediate shaft (1) from the vehicle.

Caution: If steering column to cowl panel seal is torn or otherwise damaged, it must be replaced. Confirm that the seal and inner race are properly located. Failure to do so may allow carbon monoxide into the vehicle, which may result in serious personal injury or death.

Notice: The steering column must be in the LOCK position before disconnecting the following components:

1. Install the intermediate shaft (1) on the steering gear (3).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).




3. Connect the intermediate shaft seal (1) to the steering gear (2).
4. Install the left front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.



6. Connect the intermediate shaft (4) on the steering column (2).
7. Install the intermediate shaft upper pinch bolt (3).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

8. Install the intermediate shaft seal to the steering column.
9. Install the driver's side insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.