Steering Column Lower Shaft
Removal
NOTICE: DO NOT hammer, pry or force steering column and column shafts during installation or removal. Failure to follow this instruction may cause damage to steering components that could lead to loss of steering control during vehicle operation and could result in serious personal injury or death.
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to remove or install the steering column lower u-joint at the steering gear without first loosening the steering column dash seal and fasteners. Failure to follow this instruction may cause damage to steering components that could lead to loss of steering control during vehicle operation and could result in serious personal injury or death.
NOTICE: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft system is disconnected or damage to the steering column electrical components may result.
NOTE: LHD shown, RHD similar.
NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
2. NOTE: Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent).
Keep the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
3. NOTICE: Make sure to minimize damage to sealer foam and avoid pulling apart dash seal brackets
from retainer pins. Excessive damage may allow engine noise, fumes, air or water to enter the passenger compartment.
Loosen the dash seal.
1. Remove the nuts.
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