Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Lower Bearing Adjustment
Loosen lock screw. Insert specified feeler gauge (see Adjustment Specifications ) between shift lever and adjusting ring. Rotate ring until slight drag is felt as feeler gauge is withdrawn. Without changing adjusting ring position, tighten lock screw.
| Application | Ft. Lbs. | |
| Flexible Coupling Bolt & Studs | ||
| "P" Models | 20 | |
| All Others | 18 | |
| Lower Jacket Bearing Clamp | 30 | |
| Lower Coupling-To-Wormshaft Clamp | ||
| "P" Models | 75 | |
| All Others | 30 | |
| Application | INCH Lbs. | |
| Column-To-Dash Panel | 125 | |
| Floor Pan Cover Plate | ||
| "P" Models | 24 | |
| "G" Models | 30 | |
| Firewall Bracket Clamp | ||
| "G" Models | 150 | |
| "P" Models | 98 | |
| All Others | 90 | |
| Lower Bearing Adjusting Ring Bolt | 70 | |
| Ignition Switch Screws | 35 | |
| Column Lock Plate Cover | 20 | |
| Turn Signal Housing | 45 | |
| Lock Bolt Spring Screw (Tilt Wheel) | 35 | |
| Bearing Housing Support Screw (Tilt Wheel) | 60 | |
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Shift Lever-to-Adjusting Ring Clearance | ||
| (Lower Bearing Adjustment) | ||
| Manual Transmission | .005" | |
| Automatic Transmission | .033-.036" | |
| Coupling-to-Steering Shaft Flange | ||
| "P" Models | 1.26"±.02" | |
| All Other Models | .50"±.02" | |
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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.