RAM 3500 HD Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
Steering Shaft Coupler: Service and Repair
Steering Coupling - Removal
Upper Coupling
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
NOTE: The steering column on vehicles with an automatic transmission may not be equipped with an internal locking shaft that allows
the ignition key cylinder to be locked with the key. Alternative methods of locking the steering wheel for service will have to be used.
2. Lock the steering wheel with the tire in the straight position.
3. Remove and discard the lower pinch bolt.
4. Lower the steering coupler shaft from the column.
5. Remove the upper steering coupling shaft (2) seal by pushing in the four tags (1) securing it to the panel.
6. Remove and discard the lower coupler pinch bolt (1) from the lower steering coupling shaft (1).
7. Remove the upper steering coupling shaft (3) from the vehicle.
Lower Coupling - All LD & HD Except 4X4 HD
ALL LD & HD EXCEPT 4X4 HD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
NOTE: The steering column on vehicles with an automatic transmission may not be equipped with an internal locking shaft that allows
the ignition key cylinder to be locked with the key. Alternative methods of locking the steering wheel for service will have to be used.
3. Lock the steering wheel with the tire in the straight position.
4. Remove the left front tire and wheel assembly.
5. Mark both coupler connections for proper installation.
6. Remove and discard the upper coupler pinch bolt.