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Installation Procedure

  1. GM4254411Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position a NEW intermediate steering shaft outer boot clamp (1) onto the intermediate steering shaft outer boot.

  2. GM4249198Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) on the vehicle.

  3. GM4425018Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position the intermediate steering shaft (1) in the vehicle.

  4. GM4249184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (2) - Install and tighten 42 N.m (31 lb ft)

    1. Clean the threads of the bolt and mating threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  5. Slide the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) downwards and onto the steering gear.
  6. GM4249287Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Use the DT-35910  pliers (1) to install the NEW intermediate steering shaft outer boot clamp.

  7. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  8. GM4425023Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot (1) - Install - Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot Replacement (Inner) 

  9. GM4425006Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) - Install - Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement