Monaco Cayman 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Chassis Information --- Section 10
Cayman 2005
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Steering Column
The steering wheel connects to the steering box using a driveshaft. Service the intermediate steering
shaft universal joints and slip yoke every 30,000 miles or annually. Remove the steering column cover to
access the upper universal joint and slip yoke. The lower universal joint is accessed from underneath
in the generator compartment behind the front electrical box.
Greasing the Intermediate Steering Shaft Universal Joints:
1. Check the shaft for looseness. Repair as necessary.
2. Apply the specified grease at the grease fitting on the universal joint. Apply new grease until
the new grease purges from all the seals.
3. If the new grease does not purge from the seals, disassemble and clean the joint or replace
the universal joint. Do not lose any of the needle bearings.
Greasing the Intermediate Steering Shaft Slip Yoke and Splines:
1. Check the shaft for looseness. Repair as necessary.
2. With finger, cover the rear air hole so grease flows to the front seal. Apply the specified
grease at the grease fitting on the slip yoke. Apply grease until new grease purges and forces
finger away from the air hole in the end of the slip yoke. Greasing interval is yearly or every
30,000 miles.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft