Chrysler PT Cruiser Service & Repair Manual page 1367

PT
KEY/LOCK CYLINDER (Continued)
Fig. 27 Socket in Lock Cylinder Housing
1 - LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING
2 - SOCKET
SHROUD - UPPER/LOWER
REMOVAL
(1) Fold down and remove the knee blocker panel
below steering column.
(2) Remove two column shroud retaining screws.
(3) Separate upper and lower steering column
shrouds (Fig. 28) and remove from vehicle.
Fig. 28 Steering Column Shrouds
1 - UPPER SHROUD
2 - LOWER SHROUD
3 - MOUNTING SCREWS
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the upper and lower steering column
shrouds (Fig. 28).
NOTE: Ensure that the locking tabs on the inboard
and outboard sides of the shrouds are secure.
(2) Install the two
screws. Torque steering column shroud retaining
screws to 2 N·m (18 in. lbs.).
(3) Install the knee blocker panel below the steer-
ing column.
STEERING COUPLING -
LOWER
DESCRIPTION
The steering column lower coupling incorporates
an dual-stage intermediate shaft with a universal
joint at its base. The lower coupling is located
between the steering column's upper coupling and
the input shaft of the steering gear (Fig. 29). A collar
is also placed near the center of shaft.
Fig. 29 Steering Column Lower Coupling (Typical)
1 - LOWER COUPLING
2 - SEAL
3 - STEERING GEAR
4 - ROLL PIN
OPERATION
The steering column lower coupling connects the
steering column shaft to the steering gear input
shaft. Working with a universal joint located on the
end of the steering column shaft, the steering column
lower coupling allows for the misalignment of the
steering column with the steering gear.
COLUMN 19 - 21
column shroud retaining