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Special Tools

J 42640 Steering Column Pin

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 333146  Size: SH
  1. Install the J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole.
  2. Remove the intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.

  3. Object Number: 309837  Size: SH
  4. Remove the bolts retaining the lower steering column seal (1).
  5. Remove the lower steering column seal from the vehicle.

  6. Object Number: 310953  Size: SH
  7. Remove the upper steering column seal from the steering column.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 310953  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper steering column seal to the steering column.
  2. Install the lower steering column seal to the vehicle.
  3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 309837  Size: SH
  4. Install the bolts retaining the lower steering column seal (1).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining bolts to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  6. Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.

  7. Object Number: 333146  Size: SH
  8. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column lower access hole.