Removal Procedure
- The steering column
- The intermediate shaft(s)
- The steering gear
- With the wheels of the vehicle in the straight ahead position, LOCK the steering column.
- Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- Remove the steering gear coupling bolt (1).
DISCARD the bolt.
- Separate the intermediate steering shaft (2) at the steering gear.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Place match marks on the intermediate steering shaft and the steering column shaft to aid in installation.
- Lift the lip of the intermediate steering shaft seal (1) and use an appropriate tool to release the retaining clips holding the seal in place.
- Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1).
Ensure all OLD threadlocker is removed from the bolt.
- Remove the intermediate steering shaft (2) and seal from the vehicle from under the instrument panel.
- If replacing the intermediate steering shaft, transfer any match marks as necessary.
With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has become un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.