Steering Column: Overhaul: Notes

CAUTION: DO NOT strike steering shaft with hammer to remove steering wheel. Hammering will loosen plastic injections which maintain column rigidity. DO NOT thread steering wheel puller bolts completely through steering wheel hub, as this will damage to SIR coil assembly.

NOTE: For aid in overhaul, see exploded views of column assemblies. See Figure and Figure .

NOTE: Mark upper shaft in relation to lower shaft for reassembly reference. Failure to assemble properly will cause steering wheel to be turned 180 degrees from its correct position.

NOTE: Vehicles involved in an accident with frame damage, major body damage, impact to steering column or air bag deployment may have a damaged or misaligned steering column. Use following procedures to inspect steering column for damage.