Disassembly
- Remove driver air bag module, steering wheel and combination switch. see scheme 4 See the following headings under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION: «DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE»(ref-2900-S40604451602000041400000). «STEERING WHEEL»(ref-2900-S03153862552000041400000). «COMBINATION SWITCH»(ref-2900-S28506068682000041400000).
- Remove ignition switch/steering lock assembly. See «IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK ASSEMBLY»(ref-2900-S26891925932000041400000) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove steering column. See «STEERING COLUMN»(ref-2900-S01467424172000041400000) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Turn steering shaft to remove.
Reassembly
To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Grease steering shaft, bushings and bearings. Use NEW shear screws.
| Application | Length - In. (mm) |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 22.75-22.83 (577.8-579.8) |
| 1999 & 2000 | 23.38-23.45 (593.8-595.8) |
| (1) Use illustration. (Scheme 2) | |
| (1) | Use illustration. (Scheme 2) |
STEERING SHAFT DIMENSIONS (1)