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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2013TOWN & COUNTRY S, GAS/ETHANOLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING SYSTEMCOLUMNSHAFT, INTERMEDIATEINSTALLATIONINSTALLATION

2013 Chrysler Town & Country S, Gas/Ethanol

Shaft, Intermediate: Installation: Installation

2013 Chrysler Town & Country S, Gas/EthanolSECTION Installation

Fig 1: Pinch Bolt, Intermediate Shaft Extension & Steering Gear Shaft

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Match intermediate shaft extension (2) to steering gear shaft (3), then slide extension onto shaft.
Install pinch bolt (1) securing intermediate shaft extension (2) to steering gear shaft (3). Tighten pinch bolt to 42 N.m (31 ft. lbs.).
Lower vehicle.

Fig 2: Shaft Seal & Cover
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Place shaft seal and cover (2) over mounting studs on floor pan and securely install fasteners. Make sure cover extends down over top of steering gear housing.

Fig 3: Intermediate Shaft, Shaft Extension & Coupling Bolt
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Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
Collapse the intermediate shaft (2). Center it over the shaft extension (3), lining up the ends, then slide the intermediate shaft onto the shaft extension.
Install the intermediate shaft coupling bolt (1). Tighten the bolt to 42 N.m (31 ft. lbs.).
Reposition the floor carpet in place.

Fig 4: Steering Wheel Holder
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Remove steering wheel holder.
Road test vehicle to ensure proper operation of steering.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.