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Steering Shaft: Reassembly

  1. Install intermediate shaft pinch bolt.

    Tightening torque: 13-20 lb.ft (18-26 N.m, 1.8-2.7 kg.m) 

  2. Install universal joint onto steering column assembly and intermediate shaft and then tighten two universal joint pinch bolts.

    Tightening torque: 13-20 lb.ft (18-26 N.m, 1.8-2.7 kg.m) 

  3. Install steering lock assembly on jacket. Install new steering lock mounting bolts, and tighten them until heads break off.
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Lock Assembly
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