Tools Required

J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin

Important: If the inflatable restraint module is deployed, inspect the SIR coil.

1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflator Module Replacement .
3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
4. Remove the instrument panel left insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
5. Push the top of the intermediate shaft seal down in order to access to the intermediate shaft coupling upper bolt.
6. Install the J 42640 to the steering column.

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.

7. Remove the steering intermediate shaft from the steering column. Refer to Lower/Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .



8. Remove the transaxle shift cable from the steering column.
9. Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors.



10. Remove the steering column bolts.
11. Remove the steering column nuts.
12. Remove the steering column anchor cable from the bracket stud.
13. Remove the steering column from the intermediate shaft.
14. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.

1. Install the steering column to the vehicle.
2. Install the steering column to the intermediate shaft. Refer to Lower/Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
3. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column.
4. Install the steering column anchor cable to the bracket stud.




Caution: In order to ensure the intended function of the steering column in a vehicle during a crash and in order to avoid personal injury to the driver, perform the following:

•	Tighten the steering column lower fasteners before you tighten the steering column upper fasteners. Failure to do this can damage the steering column.

•	Tighten the steering column fasteners to the specified torque. Overtightening the upper steering column fasteners could affect the steering column collapse.

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.

5. LOOSELY install the steering column nuts.
6. Install the steering column bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the steering column fasteners.

•	Tighten the steering column bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

•	Tighten the steering column nuts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

7. Install the intermediate shaft seal to the steering column.



8. Install the transaxle shift cable to the steering column.
9. Connect the steering column electrical connectors.
10. Install the instrument panel left side insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
11. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
12. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflator Module Replacement .
13. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.