July 1: So it begins. Don't worry, this is not in the correct legal jurisdiction!

Removal and Installation: Notes

Fig 1: Steering Column With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

CAUTION:

Do not exert any load or impact in the axial direction immediately before or after column removal.
Do not to move steering gear during removal of steering column assembly.