Tracker 4WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (1998)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
CAUTION: The vehicle's wheels must be in a straight-ahead position and the key must be in the "LOCK" position and removed when removing or
installing the steering shaft joint. Failure to do so may cause the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) coil assembly to become uncentered and may
result in unneeded SIR repairs.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Make sure the front wheels are in a straight-ahead direction before removing lower steering shaft.
2. Disable the SIR.
3. Negative (-) battery cable.
4. Four screws and lower steering column trim panel.
5. Two bolts and knee bolster from steering column.