Explorer 2WD V8-302 5.0L VIN P EFI (1997)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
Intermediate
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Steering column should be in the locked position, or the lower end of the column should be wired in such a way that the steering column
does not rotate resulting in damage to the air bag sliding contact.
NOTE: Discard the intermediate shaft to steering column shaft bolt and the intermediate shaft to lower steering column shaft bolt upon removal. Do
not reuse, replace with new bolts.
1. Remove the bolt securing the intermediate shaft to the lower shaft, at the midpoint connection.
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Collapse the lower shaft.
2. Remove the bolt securing the intermediate shaft to the steering column assembly.
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Remove the intermediate shaft from inside the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the intermediate shaft through the steering column opening weather seal and onto the steering column assembly.
