Steering Column Component Installation Note

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CAUTION:

If the steering column is installed, install it according to the procedure to prevent damage to intermediate shaft that could result if the steering column is installed in the incorrect order.
Do not unlock the adjusting lever until after the steering column installation is completed to prevent damage to the steering column.

Temporarily install the steering column component to the dashboard member using nuts A and B.
Tilt the steering column component towards the temporarily installed nut B and temporarily install the steering column component to the instrument panel member using nut A
Tighten the nuts in the order of nut A and nut B.

Fig 1: Steering Column Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Align the alignment marks on the steering column and the steering gear (pinion), which were placed before removing the intermediate shaft, and install the intermediate shaft.
Tighten a new joint bolt.

Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Intermediate Shaft And Steering Gear (Pinion)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
- Verify that joint bolt is installed to the groove of the steering gear (pinion).
Fig 3: Intermediate Shaft Bolt With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.