Tools Required

J 42640 Steering Column Antirotation Pin

Notice: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.

1. Insert the J 42640 into the steering column access hole in order to lock the steering column. This will maintain correct orientation.
2. Remove the left IP closeout. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
3. Reposition the intermediate shaft seal (dust seal) in order to gain access to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt.



4. Remove the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt (2).
5. Disconnect the intermediate shaft (1) from the steering column.
6. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
7. Remove the left front tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
8. Remove the pinch bolt at the power steering gear stub shaft.
9. Remove the intermediate shaft from the power steering gear stub shaft.
10. Remove the intermediate steering shaft (1).

1. Install the intermediate steering shaft to the vehicle.
2. Install the intermediate shaft to the power steering gear stub shaft.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the pinch bolt to the power steering gear stub shaft.

Tighten
Tighten the power steering gear pinch bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

4. Install the left front tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.



6. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering column.
7. Install the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt (2).

Tighten
Tighten the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

8. Reposition the seal as needed.
9. Install the left IP closeout. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
10. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column.