Steering Upper Shaft Assembly Removal and Installation: Removal

Turn steering wheel so that vehicle's front tires are at straight-ahead position.
Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
Remove steering column assembly from vehicle referring to STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Make alignment marks (3) on steering upper shaft (2) and steering lower shaft (1) for a guide during reinstallation.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Upper Shaft And Lower Shaft With Alignment Marks
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Remove joint bolt (1) and disconnect upper shaft (3) from lower shaft (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Upper Shaft, Lower Shaft And Joint Bolt
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Remove steering upper shaft mounting bolts (1) (4 pieces).

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Upper Shaft Mounting Bolts
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Remove steering upper shaft assembly from vehicle.