Steering Shaft Coupler: Service and Repair
Universal JointREMOVAL
1. Remove the steering wheel.
2. Remove the universal joint bolts and then remove the universal joint.
CAUTION: Scribe alignment marks on universal joint so that it can be reassembled at the original serration.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the universal joint.
1. Align the cutout at serrated section of the column shaft and yoke, then insert the universal joint into the column shaft.
2. Align the bolt hole on the gearbox side of universal joint with the cutout at the serrated section of gearbox assembly. Lower the universal joint completely.
3. Temporarily tighten the bolt on the gearbox side. Raise the universal joint to make sure the bolt is properly passing through the cutout at the serrated section.
4. Tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque: 24 Nm (62.4 kgf-m, 17.4 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION:
^ Make sure that universal joint bolt is tightened through notch in shaft serration.
^ Excessively large tightening torque of universal joint bolts may lead to heavy steering wheel operation.
Standard clearance between gearbox to DOJ: Over 14 mm (0.55 inch)
2. Align the center of roll connector.
CAUTION: Ensure that front wheel are set straight forward direction.
3. Install the steering wheel and airbag module.
WARNING: Always refer to "Air Bag System" before performing airbag module service.
INSPECTION
Clean the disassembled parts with a cloth, and check for wear, damage, or any other faults. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.
Measurement of folding torque of universal joint is as shown in the figures.
Service limit:
Maximum load; 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbs.) or less
Service limit:
Maximum load; 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbs.) or less
Service limit:
Maximum load; 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbs.) or less
Service limit:
Maximum load; 7.3 N (0.74 kgf, 1.64 lbs.) or less