Universal Joint: Installation

Align the cutout portion at serrated section of the column shaft and yoke, then install the universal joint into column shaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Cutout Portion And Serrated Section Of Column Shaft And Yoke
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Install the universal joint to the serrations of gearbox assembly by matching alignment marks.
Tighten the bolts.
Tightening torque:

24 N.m (2.4 kgf-m, 17.4 ft-lb)

CAUTION: Excessively large tightening torque of universal joint bolts may lead to heavy steering wheel operation.

Clearance between coupling of universal joint and turbo cover:

15 mm (0.59 in) or more
Align the center position of the roll connector. Refer to ADJUSTMENT , Roll Connector .
Install the steering wheel. Refer to INSTALLATION , Steering Wheel .