Intermediate Shaft Installation Note

1. Align the alignment marks on the steering column and the steering gear (pinion), which were placed before removing the intermediate shaft, and install the intermediate shaft.
   Fig 1: Alignment Marks On Steering Column And Steering Gear (Pinion)

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   NOTE:

   • When newly replacing the intermediate shaft, place alignment marks on the new part in the same position as the removed intermediate shaft.
   Fig 2: Alignment Marks On Intermediate Shaft

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2. Install in the order of joint bolt B and joint bolt A.
   Fig 3: Intermediate Shaft Joint Bolts With Torque Specifications

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3. Verify that the joint bolt B flange is seated in the specified position.
   Fig 4: Intermediate Shaft Joint Bolt With Torque Specifications

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4. Verify that joint bolt A is installed to the groove of the steering gear (pinion).

Fig 5: Steering Gear Groove Joint Bolt With Torque Specifications

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