Reassembly (RAV4)
- Coat all rotating surfaces with molybdenum disulfide lithium-based grease. Install NEW snap ring to shaft assembly. Install shaft assembly into column tube. Install NEW bushing in lower end of tube. Install NEW second snap ring to retain shaft assembly in column.
- Install breakaway capsule, energy absorbing guide and plate. Install NEW energy absorbing clips.
- Install column tube support and attachment. Tighten bolt to specification while holding support. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install upper bracket and clamp, using 2 NEW taper-head screws. Tighten until screw heads break off. Install and tighten all bolts to specifications. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .