Steering System: Removal & Installation Dodge Avenger II рестайлинг

REMOVAL

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1. Place the front road wheels in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove steering wheel. Refer to «WHEEL, STEERING, REMOVAL»(ref-485479-S33120539842012071300000) .
4. Remove upper and lower steering column shrouds to gain access to the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) (3). Refer to «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, LOWER, REMOVAL»(ref-485479-S29694861152012071300000) and «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, UPPER, REMOVAL»(ref-485479-S26500543362012071300000) .
5. Lock the clockspring rotor in the center position as follows: Insert a pin through the hole in the rotor at the 10 o'clock position.
6. Remove the three screws (1) to the SCCM.
7. Disconnect the electrical connectors (2) between the SCCM (1) and the instrument panel wiring harness at the base of the SCCM and remove from column.

INSTALLATION

Note. If SCCM is already assembled and needs to be installed, bypass ASSEMBLY and proceed with SCCM. Refer to 1 .

1. Position the column tilt at the full-upward position.
2. Remove the steering column opening cover. Refer to «COVER, STEERING COLUMN OPENING, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S29978706922012071300000) .
3. Remove the steering column cover reinforcement mounting screws (2). Remove the steering column cover reinforcement (1).
4. Position the column tilt at the full-downward position. Leave the tilt lever (2) in the released position.
5. Remove the screws (1) attaching the lower shroud. After removing the screws, un-clip the shrouds from one another by applying hand pressure along the seams where the shrouds connect on the sides.
6. Remove the lower shroud.

1. Push the tilt lever (2) downward (released position).
2. Install the lower shroud (2) over the tilt lever and onto the column.
3. Install the upper shroud onto the lower shroud, clipping the shrouds to one another.
4. Install the three screws (1) attaching the lower shroud to the steering column.
5. Position the column tilt (5) at the full-upward position.
6. Push the tilt lever upward, locking the column in place.
7. Install the steering column cover reinforcement (1) using the four mounting screws (2).
8. Install the steering column opening cover. Refer to «COVER, STEERING COLUMN OPENING, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S31878440932012071300000) .

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1. Position the column tilt at the full-upward position.
2. Remove the steering column opening cover. Refer to «COVER, STEERING COLUMN OPENING, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S29978706922012071300000) .
3. Remove the steering column cover reinforcement mounting screws (2). Remove the steering column cover reinforcement (1).
4. Position the column tilt at the full-downward position. Leave the tilt lever (2) in the released position.
5. Remove the screws (1) attaching the lower shroud. After removing the screws, un-clip the shrouds from one another by applying hand pressure along the seams where the shrouds connect on the sides.
6. Remove the lower shroud. NOTE: The gap hider on the upper shroud is attached to the instrument cluster (1) by four retaining tabs (2) along the top and two along the sides (one each side). These tabs can be easily released by hand in the following step. Do not use a tool that could damage the gap hider.
7. Pull the column outward to the full-extended position.
8. Reach up behind the shroud gap hider (1) and release the two side and four upper tabs retaining the shroud gap hider to the instrument cluster (2).
9. Remove the upper shroud from the column.

1. Position the upper shroud over the steering column.
2. Align the four upper shroud gap hider retaining tabs (2) with the mounting holes in the instrument cluster (1), then push the tabs upward, securing the shroud.
3. Align the two shroud gap hider side retaining tabs (one each side) with the mounting holes, then push the tabs into place, securing the shroud.
4. Push the column tilt lever (2) downward (released position).
5. Install the lower shroud (2) over the tilt lever and onto the column.
6. Install the upper shroud onto the lower shroud, clipping the shrouds to one another.
7. Install the three screws (1) attaching the lower shroud to the steering column.
8. Position the column tilt (5) at the full-upward position.
9. Push the tilt lever upward, locking the column in place.
10. Install the steering column cover reinforcement (1) using the four mounting screws (2).
11. Install the steering column opening cover. Refer to «COVER, STEERING COLUMN OPENING, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S31878440932012071300000) .

1. Adjust the steering wheel so that the tires are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the driver airbag (3). Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, REMOVAL»(ref-485488-S04083081562012071300000) .
4. Disconnect the wiring connector (2) at the clockspring.
5. While holding the steering wheel (2) firmly in place, remove the bolt (4) that secures the steering wheel to the steering column shaft (1). CAUTION: Do not bump or hammer on the steering wheel or steering column shaft when removing the steering wheel.
6. Install an appropriate wheel puller with hooked legs (1) on the steering wheel over the steering shaft. CAUTION: Do not attempt to rotate the clockspring rotor once the steering wheel is removed. The clockspring must remain centered in its travel to avoid overextending the clockspring inner parts, causing the clockspring to become inoperative. If removed and handled properly using the correct procedures, it should remain in the "centered" position. If there is any question as to whether the clockspring is in the "centered" position of travel, perform the clockspring centering procedure before installing the steering wheel. Refer to «CLOCKSPRING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485488-S13746186692012071300000) .
7. While holding the steering wheel firmly in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position, remove the steering wheel from the steering column shaft splines using the wheel puller.

Note. Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt, a new bolt must be used every time.

1. Confirm that: The front wheels are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position. The turn signal stalk is in the NEUTRAL position.
2. Align the wide mounting spline of the steering wheel (2) with the missing spline area of the steering column shaft (1) and push the wheel onto the shaft. Make sure the clockspring lines up with the back of the wheel and does not bind.
3. Install a NEW steering wheel retaining bolt (4) and tighten 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
4. Connect the wiring connector (2) at the clockspring.
5. Install the driver airbag (3). Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, INSTALLATION»(ref-485488-S39424166552012071300000) . WARNING: Do not reconnect the battery without first performing the Airbag System Test procedure. Refer to «DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-485488-S15206398022012071300000) . Failure to perform the Airbag System Test may result in accidental airbag deployment and serious or fatal injury.
6. Reconnect the battery using the Airbag System Test procedure. Refer to «DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-485488-S15206398022012071300000) .
7. Verify vehicle and system operation.

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The steering gear (2) used is the rack-and-pinion type with power assist. It is mounted on the front suspension crossmember. The outer ends of the outer tie rods attach to the front (steering) knuckles.

Note. The power steering gear should not be serviced or adjusted. If a malfunction or oil leak occurs with the steering gear, the complete steering gear needs to be replaced.

Note. Before proceeding, refer to WARNING .

1. Siphon as much fluid as possible from the power steering fluid reservoir.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485472-S37758686622012071300000) .
3. If equipped, remove the belly pan below the engine.
4. Remove the lower fascia valance.
5. Remove the hose clamps (5) attaching the fluid return hoses (1) to the power steering fluid cooler line (3). Separate the return hoses from the cooler line.
6. Remove the two cooler mounting push pins (4) at the bumper reinforcement (2).
7. Remove the cooler line (3) from the vehicle.

1. Install the power steering fluid cooler line (3) to the bumper reinforcement (2) by installing the two cooler mounting push pins (4).
2. Install the fluid return hoses (1) on the cooler line (3). Install the hose clamps (5) on the hoses past the bead formed into the end of the cooler tube and secure in place.
3. Install the lower fascia valance.
4. If equipped, install the belly pan below the engine.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485479-S24169078522012071300000) .
7. Check for leaks.

Note. Before proceeding, refer to WARNING .

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1. Siphon as much fluid as possible from the power steering fluid reservoir.
2. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to «RESERVOIR, POWER STEERING PUMP, REMOVAL»(ref-485479-S22525399232012071300000) .
3. Remove the coolant recovery bottle. Refer to «BOTTLE, COOLANT RECOVERY, REMOVAL»(ref-485484-S29957523052012071300000) .
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485472-S37758686622012071300000) .
5. If equipped, remove the belly pan below the engine.
6. Remove the lower fascia valance.
7. Remove the return hose (1) at the return tube (2). If equipped with a screw-clamp, be sure to save the original clamp for reinstallation.
8. Remove the hose clamps (5) attaching the fluid return hoses (7) to the power steering fluid cooler line (4). Separate the return hoses from the cooler line.
9. Remove the return hose routing clamp screws (3) securing the return hose (7) to the frame rail.
10. Remove the return hose routing clamp screw (6) securing the return hose (7) to the frame rail.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Remove the return hose routing clamp screw (1) securing the return hose (7) to the body.
13. Remove the return hose from the vehicle.

1. Install the power steering return hose (7) into the engine compartment.
2. Install the return hose routing clamp screw (1) securing the return hose (7) to the body.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485472-S37758686622012071300000) .
4. Install the return hose routing clamp screw (6) securing the return hose (7) to the frame rail. Tighten the screw to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
5. Install the screws (3) securing the return hose to the frame rail (2). Tighten the screws to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
6. Install the return hose onto the cooler line (4) and install the hose clamps (5).
7. Install the return hose (1) at the return tube (2) and install the clamp. If a screw-clamp is used, tighten it to 2.5 N.m (20 in. lbs.).
8. Install the lower fascia valance.
9. If equipped, install the belly pan below the engine.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Install the coolant recovery bottle. Refer to «BOTTLE, COOLANT RECOVERY, INSTALLATION»(ref-485484-S05736649122012071300000) .
12. Install the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to «RESERVOIR, POWER STEERING PUMP, INSTALLATION»(ref-485479-S25664413112012071300000) .
13. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485479-S24169078522012071300000) .
14. Check for leaks.

Note. Before proceeding, refer to WARNING .

1. Remove engine appearance cover.
2. Remove the fasteners securing the coolant recovery bottle to its mounts and move it away from the power steering fluid reservoir. It is not necessary to disconnect the coolant recovery bottle fluid lines. Refer to «BOTTLE, COOLANT RECOVERY, REMOVAL»(ref-485484-S29957523052012071300000) .
3. Siphon as much fluid as possible from the power steering fluid reservoir (5).
4. Remove hose clamp securing cooler return hose (3) to fluid reservoir fitting. Slide the hose off the end of the reservoir fitting.
5. Remove hose clamp securing pump supply hose (4) to the fluid reservoir fitting. Slide the hose off the end of the reservoir fitting.
6. Remove the reservoir mounting screw (1) used to secure the reservoir in place.
7. Remove the reservoir (5).
8. Remove the plastic shield from the reservoir.

1. Install the plastic shield over the reservoir neck.
2. Attach the reservoir (5) to the strut tower bracket (2) using the mounting screw (1). Tighten mounting screw (1) to 12 N.m (106 in. lbs.).
3. Slide the pump supply hose (4) onto reservoir fitting. Expand hose clamp and slide it over hose on reservoir fitting. Secure clamp once it is past bead formed into fluid reservoir fitting.
4. Slide cooler return hose (3) onto reservoir fitting. Expand hose clamp and slide it over hose on reservoir fitting. Secure clamp once it is past bead formed into fluid reservoir fitting.
5. Install the coolant recovery bottle. Refer to «BOTTLE, COOLANT RECOVERY, INSTALLATION»(ref-485484-S05736649122012071300000) .
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485479-S24169078522012071300000) .
7. Check for leaks.
8. Install the engine appearance cover.