OP-W-0423

Service Bulletin Details

Public Details for: OP-W-0423

Oem torque specifications for the steering shaft have been identified and are now being used in the installation of the vmi steering extension. This sb notifies the technicians to ensure the torque specifications for the steering extension

- 2016 -

Models from 2016

2016 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY

2016 DODGE CARAVAN

2016 HONDA ODYSSEY

2016 TOYOTA SIENNA

Vantage Mobility International
Steering Extension Inspection
Document Number: OP-W-0423
REVISION HISTORY
AUTHOR
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
REV
RELEASED
David Hagstrom
Initial Release
A
10/7/2016
SCOPE
VMI Steering Extension Inspection
FIXES INCORPORATED
All VMI conversions now have specific torque values assigned to the bolts attaching their steering
shaft extension to their gearbox.
VMI works to build quality into each van duplicating as much OEM assembly as possible. VMI torque
values should mimic the torque values the OEM uses in the same area. As part of your pre-sales
inspection, we want to ask you to check the steering extension to ensure the proper OEM torque
values have been applied by VMI.
To properly perform this;
1.)secure the steering wheel with a bungee cord or other device to prevent it from turning when
inspecting. Internal damage to the steering wheel’s clock spring can occur if the wheel is rotated and the
extension is not installed for any reason.
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Vantage Mobility International
Steering Extension Inspection
Document Number: OP-W-0423
2.) Inspect both upper and lower attaching bolts to ensure proper engagement on the threads and proper
torque. Proper engagement on the shaft is accomplished when the attaching bolts engage the detent on
the steering shaft and the extension.
Detent
Proper torque for the Toyota; 26 ft/lbs on both upper and lower bolts
Proper torque for the Chrysler/Dodge; 31 ft/lbs on both upper and lower bolts
Proper torque for the Honda; 21 ft/lbs on both upper and lower bolts
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