Shaft - intermediate and universal joint - (page 3 of 3)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Discovery II (UK)
- Section
- Repairs
SteeringShaft - intermediate and universal joint - · page 3 of 3
Refit
- Intermediate shaft: Slide the intermediate shaft upwards, release from the universal joint and remove intermediate shaft from the steering column.
- Universal joint: Slide the intermediate shaft upwards, release from the universal joint and remove universal joint from the steering box.
- Clean and inspect splines for wear and damage.
- Intermediate shaft: Locate intermediate shaft on steering column and engage with universal joint. Ensure splines are fully engaged and bolt holes aligned.
- Universal joint: Locate universal joint on steering box and engage in intermediate shaft. Ensure splines are fully engaged and bolt holes aligned.
- Fit bolts securing intermediate shaft to universal joint and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lbf.ft).
- Intermediate shaft: Fit bolts securing intermediate shaft to steering column and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lbf.ft).
- Universal joint: Fit bolts securing universal joint to steering box and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lbf.ft).
- LHD diesel: Connect hose to turbocharger and intercooler and secure the clips.
- Fit ignition key, remove steering box centralising bolt and check that steering wheel is in the straight ahead position.
Parts & tools for this job For Land Rover Discovery
- TOOLTie rod end toolSearch: tie rod end puller
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- FLUIDPower steering fluidSearch: Land Rover power steering fluid
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