2014 Flex Workshop Manual

SECTION 211-04: Steering Column	2014 Flex Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION	Procedure revision date: 05/02/2013

Steering Column Shaft — Intermediate

NOTE: Hydraulic Power Assist Steering (HPAS) steering column shown, Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) steering column similar.

Item	Part Number	Description
1	W714878	Steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt
2	W705460	Steering column shaft boot nut
3	3C611	Steering column shaft boot
4	3B676	Steering column shaft
5	W712961	Steering column shaft-to-steering gear bolt

Removal and Installation

NOTICE: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while the intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may result. If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to Section 501-20B .

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

NOTE: Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent).
Using a suitable holding device, hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.

Remove the 2 screws and the steering column opening trim panel.

Remove the steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

Remove the 3 steering column shaft boot nuts.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

Remove the steering column shaft-to-steering gear bolt.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

Remove the steering column shaft.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- If installing a new steering column shaft, transfer parts as needed.
  - Remove the constant tension clamp and the steering column shaft boot.