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.
2022 Jeep Compass RedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Removal And Installation: Installation
- Position the intermediate shaft (2) to the vehicle.
- Slide the intermediate shaft coupler over steering gear input shaft.
- Slide the intermediate shaft coupler over steering column output shaft.
- Install a NEW intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt (3) and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- Place the steering wheel in a position which allows access to the intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt (1).
- Install a NEW intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt (1) and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- Install the steering column opening cover. Refer to COVER, STEERING COLUMN OPENING, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
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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.