Steering System: Removal & Installation Dodge Dart PF

REMOVAL

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Note. Before proceeding, refer to COLUMN, WARNING .

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1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery and isolate the cable.
2. Position the column tilt at the full-downward position.
3. Remove the lower shroud (1). Refer to «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, LOWER, REMOVAL»(ref-646226-S20871504862014072800000) and «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, UPPER, REMOVAL»(ref-646226-S41147323602014072800000) .
4. Separate the lower shroud from the upper shroud (1), then remove the shrouds from the column.
5. Remove the driver airbag. Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, REMOVAL»(ref-646225-S32009974912014072800000) .
6. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors at the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM).
7. Disconnect all other wiring harness connectors at column components.
8. Remove knee blocker air bag, if equipped.
9. Remove intermediate shaft pinch bolt (3) and separate the intermediate shaft (2) at the base of the column from the steering gear pinion shaft (4). Discard the pinch bolt (3); it is not to be reused.
10. Remove the two mounting bolts (1) and nuts (2) attaching the steering column to the instrument panel.
11. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.
12. If replacing the column, remove the mounting screws (2) and transfer the plastic bracket (1) to the new column.

INSTALLATION

1. If the column was replaced, position the plastic bracket (1) and install and securely tighten the screws (2).
2. Install the steering column through the steering column opening.
3. Raise the column onto the mounting studs and install the two mounting nuts (2) on the studs and install the mounting bolts (1). NOTE: Verify that the tilt lever is in the unlocked position prior to tightening the steering column fasteners.
4. Install two column mounting bolts (1). Tighten all 4 column fasteners to 15 N.m (180 in. lbs.) NOTE: A new pinch bolt (3) must be installed every time the pinch bolt is removed.
5. Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
6. Slide the intermediate shaft (2) onto the steering gear pinion shaft (4).
7. Install a NEW pinch bolt (3) and tighten the bolt to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
8. Install knee blocker, if equipped.
9. Confirm that
10. The front wheels are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position. The turn signal stalk is in the NEUTRAL position.
11. Connect wiring harness connectors at the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM).
12. Install the driver airbag. Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646225-S39169034012014072800000) .
13. Install the upper column shroud (1) over the column assembly.
14. Install the lower shroud (1). Refer to «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, LOWER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646226-S36868550442014072800000) and «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, UPPER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646226-S27702954282014072800000) . WARNING: Do not connect the battery ground cable without following the proper procedure as indicated in the following step. Personal injury or death may result if the Airbag System Test is not performed first.
15. Reconnect the battery ground terminal following the Airbag System Test found in Restraints. Refer to «DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-646225-S18936444752014072800000) .
16. Perform Vehicle Trim Procedure. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646218-S03118346022014072800000) .
17. Test the operation of all column mounted components. If applicable, reset the radio and the clock as necessary.
18. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the steering system.

1. Push the column tilt lever downward.
2. Remove the screw near the tilt lever and then the remaining two screws (2) attaching the lower shroud (1) to the column.
3. Separate the lower shroud (1) from the upper shroud by pressing on the edges of the shrouds.
4. Separate the steering column gap hider from the lower shroud by gently pushing down on the clips.
5. Remove the lower shroud from the column.

1. Push the column tilt lever downward.
2. Install the steering column gap hider to the lower shroud by gently pushing the clips into the lower shroud.
3. Install the lower shroud (1) into the upper shroud, clipping the shrouds to one another.
4. Install the screw near the tilt lever then the two remaining screws (2) attaching the lower shroud (1) to the column.

1. Remove the steering column lower shroud (1). Refer to «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, LOWER, REMOVAL»(ref-646226-S20871504862014072800000) and «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, UPPER, REMOVAL»(ref-646226-S41147323602014072800000) .
2. Remove the upper shroud (1) from the lower shroud.

1. Install the upper shroud (1) to the lower shroud.
2. Install the steering column lower shroud (1). Refer to «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, LOWER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646226-S36868550442014072800000) and «SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, UPPER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646226-S27702954282014072800000) .

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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. Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, REMOVAL»(ref-646225-S32009974912014072800000) .
4. Disconnect the wiring connector at the clockspring. CAUTION: Do not bump or hammer on the steering wheel or steering column shaft when removing the steering wheel. 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.
5. While holding the steering wheel (1) firmly in place, remove the nut (2) that secures the steering wheel to the steering column shaft.
6. While holding the steering wheel firmly in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position, remove the steering wheel from the steering column shaft splines.

1. Confirm that: The front wheels are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position. The turn signal stalk is in the NEUTRAL position.
2. Install the steering wheel retaining nut (2). Tighten the steering wheel retaining nut to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
3. Connect the wiring connector at the clockspring.
4. Install the driver airbag. Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646225-S39169034012014072800000) . WARNING: Do not reconnect the battery without first performing the Airbag System Test procedure. Failure to perform the Airbag System Test may result in accidental airbag deployment and serious or fatal injury.
5. Reconnect the battery using the Airbag System Test procedure. Refer to «DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-646225-S18936444752014072800000) .
6. Verify vehicle and system operation.

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The steering gear is the rack-and-pinion type with Electric Power Assist (EPS). It is mounted on the front suspension crossmember, and the front crossmember must be removed from the vehicle to service the steering gear. The only serviceable parts of the steering gear are the inner tie rods, outer tie rods, and the inner tie rod bellows.

The EPS system is only serviced as an assembly, including the Steering Angle Sensor (SAS). If the SAS requires replacement, the entire steering gear must be replaced.

Note. If a NEW steering gear is installed, programming is required. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. Before proceeding, refer to FRONT, WARNING .

Note. Before proceeding, refer to FRONT, WARNING .

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1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Using a steering wheel holder, lock the steering wheel in place to keep it from rotating. This keeps the clockspring in the proper orientation.
3. Remove pinch bolt (3) and separate intermediate shaft (2) from steering gear shaft.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646211-S00664313032014072800000) .
5. Remove the wheel mounting bolts, then the tire and wheel assembly.
6. If equipped, remove the engine belly pan. Refer to «BELLY PAN, REMOVAL»(ref-646214-S24731623582014072800000) .
7. At each end of the stabilizer bar, while holding the stabilizer bar link stud stationary, remove the nut (1, 3) securing the link (2) to the stabilizer bar.
8. Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut (2) and separate the tie rod (1) from the knuckle.
9. Remove the pinch bolt nut (3) and pinch bolt from the knuckle. NOTE: Use care when separating the ball joint stud from the knuckle so the ball joint boot does not get cut.
10. Insert a pry bar (2) in the opening (1) between the control arm front mounting bolt and the front fascia support beam.
11. Separate the lower control arm from the knuckle by prying down with the pry bar (2).
12. Remove the four bracket retaining bolts (1) from the cross member to fascia support beams bracket, then remove the bracket.
13. Remove the fasteners (2) securing the lower bumper reinforcement (1) and front fascia support beams to the frame/front end module.
14. Remove the front fascia support beams.
15. Disconnect the downstream oxygen sensor harness connector.
16. Remove the exhaust extension pipe.
17. Disconnect the harness connectors (2) at the steering gear control module (1).
18. Disconnect the steering gear connector (1) from the body harness connector at the bottom of the dash panel.
19. Separate the steering gear harness from the crossmember by removing the tie strap (2) from the crossmember.
20. Remove the rear engine mount. NOTE: Before lowering the front suspension crossmember, the location of the crossmember must be marked on the body of the vehicle. Do this so the crossmember can be relocated, upon reinstallation, against the body of vehicle in the same location as before removal. If the front suspension crossmember is not reinstalled in exactly the same location as before removal, the preset front wheel alignment settings (caster and camber) may be lost.
21. Mark the position of the cross member with a grease pencil or equivalent.
22. Support the crossmember with a transmission jack, or equivalent.
23. Remove the upper mounting bolt (1) from each side of the crossmember.
24. Remove the four rear mounting bolts (1, 3) that secure the crossmember (2) to the vehicle
25. Slowly lower the crossmember with the jack and remove from the vehicle.
26. Remove the steering rack mounting fasteners (1) and remove the steering rack from the crossmember.

1. Install the steering gear to the crossmember.
2. Install the steering gear mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
3. Slowly raise the crossmember (2) into mounted position using the transmission jack matching the crossmember to the marked locations on the body made during removal.
4. Install four mounting bolts (1, 3) and tighten to 189 N.m (139 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the upper mounting bolt (1) on each side of the crossmember and tighten to 120 N.m (86 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect the steering harness connector (1) to the body harness connector at the bottom of the dash panel.
7. Install the tie strap (2) to the crossmember.
8. Connect the harness connectors (2) at the steering gear module (1).
9. Install the rear engine mount. Refer to «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, LEFT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646215-S15249086532014072800000) for 1.4L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION»(ref-646215-S32115423112014072800000) for 1.4L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, RIGHT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646215-S02011565972014072800000) for 1.4L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, LEFT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646216-S38752139742014072800000) for 2.0L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION»(ref-646216-S06092366102014072800000) for 2.0L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, RIGHT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646216-S27557929332014072800000) for 2.0L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, LEFT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646217-S28607551492014072800000) for 2.4L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION»(ref-646217-S11710778622014072800000) for 2.4L, «INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, RIGHT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646217-S05475237812014072800000) for 2.4L.
10. Install the exhaust extension pipe.
11. Connect the downstream oxygen sensor harness connector.
12. Install the front fascia beams (1).
13. Install the fasteners (2) securing the lower bumper reinforcement (1) to the frame/front end module. Tighten the fasteners to 45 N.m (33 ft. lbs.).
14. Install the crossmember to fascia support beam bracket and install the four retaining bolts (1) and tighten to 95 N.m (70 ft. lbs.).
15. Insert the lower ball joint into the knuckle and install a NEW retaining bolt and NEW nut (3) and tighten to 65 N.m (48 ft. lbs.).
16. Install the outer tie rod end (1) into the knuckle and install the retaining nut (2) and tighten to 30 N.m Plus 90° (22 ft. lbs. Plus 90°).
17. Install the stabilizer link stud into the knuckle and install the nut (1).
18. Hold the stabilizer link stud stationary and tighten the nut to 63 N.m (46 ft. lbs.).
19. If equipped, install the engine belly pan. Refer to «BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION»(ref-646214-S07994234782014072800000) .
20. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-646212-S30999901622014072800000) .
21. Lower the vehicle.
22. Install the intermediate shaft (2) to the steering gear pinion shaft (4).
23. Install a NEW pinch bolt (3) and tighten.
24. Remove the steering wheel holder.
25. Connect the battery negative cable.
26. If a NEW steering gear is installed, programming is required. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646218-S03118346022014072800000) .