American Expedition Vehicles JK HEMI Builder Kit - Installation Guide for 12+ JK Wrangler User Manual

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13. Modify and install steering relocation kit (photo group C).

a. From the engine side of the vehicle, remove the upper intermediate shaft. BE SURE THAT THE

STEERING WHEEL IS SECURED TO PREVENT ROTATION. This will ensure that the clock spring is not

damaged.

b. From the engine side of the fire wall, mark a cut line as shown. You will need to open the hole in the

fire wall up approximately 9/16” at the arc’s maximum.

c. Using a die grinder or similar tool, cut the crescent shape to enlarge the hole. Use touch up paint

on the edge to prevent corrosion.

d. Install the AEV steering wheel relocation bracket to the intermediate shaft bearing. Install the

intermediate bearing and AEV Bracket assembly onto the engine side of the fire wall using a small

bead of black silicone to seal the plate to the fire wall. Now install the intermediate shaft into the

intermediate bearing. Because the AEV bracket is installed on the engine side of the fire wall, you

will need to trim the mounting studs a small amount.

e. Check the entire assembly for clearance to the vacuum booster, there should be approximately

1/8” of clearance.

Photo Group C