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Section 37 (Steering System (Service Information)): Column: Coupling-Steering: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Steering Coupling
GC0013230Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  1. Align the lower coupling (2), then carefully slide it onto steering gear input shaft (3).
  2. Install a NEW  pinch bolt (1) to the steering coupling (2) at the steering gear (3). Tighten the pinch bolt to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs).
    Fig 2: Shaft Retaining Nuts
    GC0013221Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  3. Align the pin on the steering shaft with the nut in the lower coupling shaft and slide the shaft (3) into the lower coupling (5).
  4. Install a NEW  steering coupling pinch bolt (4). Tighten the pinch bolt to 31 N.m (23 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 3: Boot Installation Over Shaft Collar
    GC0013229Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  5. Check and make sure the plastic collar (2) on the column shaft is engaged in the groove within the boot (1).
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Remove the steering wheel holder.
  8. Check the operation of the steering column for binding or noises.
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