FAQ for Steering Shaft Repair
Q: How do you install the intermediate steering shaft seal?
A:
You need to install the seal to the vehicle and the nuts to the studs and connect the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft.
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02/11/2022 Q: How many clamps does the Large Intermediate Steering Shaft have?
A:
For installation, use the J 46588 axle seal crimp tool or equivalent.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should you do before replacing the steering shaft's lower bearing?
A:
You need to remove the steering column and the steering wheel position sensor.
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02/11/2022 Q: What parts should we install onto the steering column shaft assembly?
A:
You need to install the inner race, the upper bearing inner race seat, and the upper bearing spring and install the turn signal cancel cam assembly onto the steering assembly and the cam orientation plate.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should you do before replacing the Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot?
A:
You need to remove the lower intermediate steering shaft.
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02/11/2022 Q: What special tools will I be needing when removing the steering shaft's upper bearing?
A:
You will be needing a pivot pin remover, a steering column lock plate compressor, a cam orientation plate adapter, and a steering column anti-rotation pin.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when replacing the Small Intermediate Steering Shaft?
A:
For installation, use J 43218 clamp pliers-narrow jaw or equivalent.
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02/11/2022 Q: How many clamps does the Small Intermediate Steering Shaft have?
A:
It has a total of 2 clamps.
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02/11/2022 Q: How do you remove the intermediate steering shaft seal?
A:
You need to disconnect the lower intermediate shaft from the upper intermediate shaft and remove the nuts from the studs and the seal from the vehicle.
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02/11/2022 Q: How many bolts does the steering column bracket have?
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It has a total of 3 bolts.
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