For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the left tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Reposition the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to gain access to the lower pinch bolt.
- Remove the lower pinch bolt from the steering gear.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Reposition the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to gain access to the upper pinch bolt.
- Remove the upper pinch bolt from the steering column.
- Remove the intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft seal from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft seal to the vehicle.
- Install the upper pinch bolt to the steering column.
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Install the lower pinch bolt to the steering gear.
- Install the left tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).
