Upper Steering Column Housing Components

This article contains procedures for servicing the following components:
^ Upper Strg Col Housing Components
^ Shaft Lock
^ Turn Signal Cancel Cam Asm
^ Upper Bearing Spring
^ Upper Spacer

Standard Steering Column (Part 1 Of 2):

Standard Steering Column - Legend (Part 2 Of 2):

Removing Shaft Lock Bearing Retainer:

Removing Upper Shaft Components:

^ Tools Required:
- J 23653-SIR Lock Plate Compressor
- Or Equivalent

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Do steps 1 through 5, refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY.
^ Let sir coil assembly (3) hang freely.
2. Shaft lock retaining ring (5) using J 23653-SIR to push down shaft lock (6).
^ Dispose of ring (5).
3. Shaft lock (6).
4. Turn signal cancel cam assembly (7).
5. Upper bearing spring (8).
6. Upper bearing spacer (9).

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and system.

1. Upper bearing spacer (9).
2. Upper bearing spring (8).
3. Turn signal cancel cam assembly (7).
4. Shaft lock (6).
^ Align inner block tooth of lock plate to block tooth of steering shaft assembly (26).
^ Lubricate with grease, synthetic (service kit).
5. New shaft lock retaining ring (5) using J 23653-SIR to push down shaft lock (6).
^ Ring (5) must be firmly seated in groove on shaft.
6. Do all steps, refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY.