STS RWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Upper
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Upper
Removal Procedure
1. Caution: Refer to Restraint System Caution in Service Precautions.
Notice: The front wheels of the vehicle must be maintained in the straight ahead position and the steering column must be in the LOCK position
before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft. Failure to follow these procedures will cause improper alignment of some
components during installation and result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to Restraint System Disabling and Enabling Zone 3.
2. Important: The steering column is removed with the upper intermediate shaft attached.
Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
3. Important: Note the relationship of the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column in order to ensure proper installation.
Remove the upper intermediate shaft to steering column retaining bolt.
4. Remove the upper intermediate shaft from the steering column.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column as noted during removal.
2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column retaining bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Important: The steering column is installed with the upper intermediate steering shaft attached.
Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
4. Enable the Restraint System. Refer to Restraint System Disabling and Enabling Zone 3.
