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. Position the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to provide access to the lower bolt.



2. Remove the bolt at the power steering gear stub shaft (2).
3. Remove the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
4. Reposition the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to gain access to the upper intermediate steering shaft upper bolt (1).
5. Remove the intermediate steering shaft upper bolt.
6. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft at the steering column.
7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft.

1. Position the intermediate steering 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.

2. Install the intermediate steering shaft upper bolt (1) at the steering column.

Tighten
Tighten the intermediate steering shaft upper bolt to 48 N·m (35 lb ft).

3. Install the intermediate steering shaft seal onto the steering column.
4. Install the bolt at the power steering gear stub shaft (2).

Tighten
Tighten the power steering gear stub shaft bolt to 48 N·m (35 lb ft).




5. Install the intermediate steering shaft seal onto the power steering gear.
6. Install the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.