Installation - Isuzu 1999 RODEO Workshop Manual

Shaft Length
Check the shaft length from the upper end of the slide joint
to the end of the shaft. If column length is not in
specifications, steering column should be replaced.
Standard length: 291.7-295.7 mm (11.484-11.642
in)
Shaft Universal Joint (Lower End)
If the resistance is felt when checked by rotate the joint,
replace the steering column assembly.
Shaft Bellows Pipe
Check the shaft bellows pipe for bend by using straight
edge. Measure the clearance between the bellows pipe
and the straight edge (at center of the bellows pipe).
Standard: Less than 1mm (0.039 in)
POWER–ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
Tilt Mechanism
Tilt mechanism should moves smoothly.
While locked the tilt mechanism, be sure the steering
column latch securely by pushing the steering wheel
upward and downward.

Installation

1. Install steering column assembly and second
steering shaft.
2. Align the setting marks on the universal joint and
second steering shaft made during removal.
3. Tighten the steering column fixing bolt (dash panel) to
the specified torque.
Torque: 20 N·m (14 lb ft)
4. Tighten the steering column fixing nuts (cross beam)
to the specified torque.
Torque: 20 N·m (14 lb ft)
5. Tighten the universal joint to the specified torque.
Torque: 31 N·m (23 lb ft)
6. Install lock cylinder assembly.
7. Install shift lock cable (For A/T).
8. Install cushion rubber.
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9. Install snap ring.
10. Install combination switch and SRS coil assembly.
After installation of combination switch assembly,
connect the combination switch wiring harness
connector and the SRS 2-way connector located
under the steering column.
11. Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise to full, return
about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.
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