Installation Procedure
Position the intermediate steering shaft (1) on the vehicle.
Prepare the intermediate steering shaft upper bolt (1) for installation.
- Prepare the bolt for installation as follows:
- Remove all traces of the adhesive patch from the bolt and the mating threads using the appropriate tools.
- Clean the threads of the bolt and mating threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the bolt.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
Prepare the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (1) for installation.
- Prepare the bolt for installation as follows:
- Remove all traces of the adhesive patch from the bolt and the mating threads using the appropriate tools.
- Clean the threads of the bolt and mating threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the bolt.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
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CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .