Shaft, Intermediate: Installation: Installation
CAUTION:
Steering column module is centered to the vehicles steering system. Failure to keep the system and steering column module centered and locked/inhibited from rotating can result in steering column module damage. Refer to CLOCKSPRING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
NOTE:
When removing and installing the column to service the intermediate shaft, it is not necessary to remove the steering wheel and Steering Column Control Module; the column can be removed and installed as an assembly.
NOTE:
A new pinch bolt (1) is required every time the intermediate shaft is serviced.
- Slide intermediate shaft (2) onto splines of steering wheel assembly.
- Install NEW coupler pinch bolt (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.)
- Install column in vehicle. Refer to COLUMN, INSTALLATION .