How to replace the steering wheel shaft?

2011 NISSAN SENTRA
150,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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IFYUSER
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How do you replace a steering wheel shaft on the car listed above SL model?
Feb 2, 2022 at 11:17 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

In order to remove the steering column, first the steering wheel needs to be removed.
Keep in mind to take extra care when handling airbag module.

Take a look at this helpful guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-removal

I have attached the replacement steps below for your reference.
If you need any other information, please let me know.

Thank you.
Feb 2, 2022 at 12:01 PM
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IFYUSER
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I just need to remove the intermediate steering colon linkage that goes at the bottom.
Feb 2, 2022 at 12:03 PM
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IFYUSER
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Number 3 in the picture.
Feb 2, 2022 at 12:03 PM
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SQM
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Got it. If you look at diagrams, the intermediate shaft procedure starts from the number 4 diagram/attachment.
You will have to remove part of the instrument panel to have clear access.
Feb 2, 2022 at 2:04 PM
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