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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the steering gear in the vehicle.
  2. Raise the rear portion of the frame.
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the frame mounting bolts and tighten to 192 N.m (142 lb ft).
    4. Fig 1: View Of Engine Mount
    GM521323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Install the transmission mount nuts (1) and tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
    5. Fig 2: View Of Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM337379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the 2 steering gear bolts and tighten to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).
    6. Fig 3: View of Power Steering Pressure and Return Hoses
    GM337376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Connect the power steering return hose (1) steering gear and tighten the fitting to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
  7. Connect the power steering pressure hose (2) steering gear and tighten the fitting to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
  8. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  9. If equipped, connect the variable effort steering electrical connector.
  10. Install the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
    11. Fig 4: Identifying Outer Tie Rod & Retaining Nut
    GM575833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Connect the outer tie rods (1) to the steering knuckles.
  12. Install the outer tie rod retaining nuts (2) and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
  13. Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nuts an additional 180 degrees.
    14. Fig 5: Locating Steering Rack-To-Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt
    GM105357Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
  15. Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt and tighten to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
  16. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  17. Lower the vehicle.
    18. Fig 6: Locking/Unlocking Steering Column
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Remove the J-42640  pin from the steering column access hole.
  19. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  20. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
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