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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the 2 insulators (8) to the steering gear.
  2. Place the steering gear in the vehicle using the following process:
    1. 2.1. From the LH side of the vehicle, raise and move the steering gear toward the RH side of the vehicle.
    2. 2.2. Move the steering gear toward the LH side of the vehicle.
    NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  3. Install the following components to the steering gear:
    • The 2 steering gear clamps (9)
    • The 2 steering gear clamp bolts (11)
    • The 2 steering gear clamp nuts (10)
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Gear Components
    G01710720Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the steering gear clamp bolts and nuts to 71 N.m (52 lb ft).

  4. Install the steering gear boot heat shield. Secure with 1 bolt and 1 nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the steering gear boot heat shield bolt and nut to 5.4 N.m (48 lb in).

  5. Install the exhaust pipe and the gasket to the exhaust manifold. Secure with the 2 exhaust pipe springs and the 2 exhaust pipe bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the exhaust pipe bolts to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

  6. Install the rear transaxle mount bracket. Secure with 3 bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 77 N.m (57 lb ft).

  7. Install the rear transaxle mount. Secure with the through bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the rear transaxle mount through bolt to 87 N.m (64 lb ft).

  8. Install the front suspension crossmember (7), the trans support (6), the 2 control arms (8, 9), and the stabilizer shaft together as a unit. Refer to FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT BRACE REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 2: Installing Front Suspension Crossmember, The Trans Support, 2 Control Arms And The Stabilizer Shaft
    G01710721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the front suspension brace (5). Secure with 2 nuts (4, 6).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 69 N.m (51 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing Front Suspension Brace
    G01710722Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the outer tie rod. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - Outer .
  11. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the exhaust manifold pipe drive shaft heat shield. Secure with 1 nut and 2 bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut and bolt to 5.4 N.m (48 lb in).

  13. Install the LH lower engine splash shield. Secure with 6 bolts

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine splash shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  14. Install the RH lower engine splash shield (1). Secure with 6 bolts
    Fig 4: Installing RH Lower Engine Splash Shield
    G01710723Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine splash shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  15. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Remove the Engine Support Fixture. Refer to ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE .
  17. Install the oxygen sensor gasket and the oxygen sensor. Refer to UPSTREAM HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR .
    NOTE: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.
  18. Connect the steering gear outlet pipe (2) to the steering gear. Secure with one nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 13 N.m (108 lb in).

  19. Connect the steering gear inlet pipe (4) to the steering gear. Secure with one nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 13 N.m (108 lb in).

  20. Install the following components:
    1. 20.1. The LH steering gear inlet and outlet pipe clip (14)
    2. 20.2. The RH steering gear outlet pipe clip bolt
    3. 20.3. The LH steering gear inlet and outlet pipe clip bolt (12)
    Fig 5: Installing LH Steering Gear Inlet And Outlet Pipe Clip And LH Steering Gear Inlet And Outlet Pipe Clip Bolt
    G01710724Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 5.4 N.m (48 lb in).

  21. Install the following components:
    • The outlet pipe heat shield
    • The outlet pipe heat shield bolt

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 5.4 N.m (48 lb in).

  22. Install the steering shaft lower coupling bolt (15).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  23. Install the steering column upper cover (5). Secure with 5 bolts.
    Fig 6: Installing Steering Column Upper Cover
    G01710725Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 4.9 N.m (43 lb in).

    NOTE: When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.
  24. Fill the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
    NOTE: If the power steering system has been serviced, an accurate fluid level reading cannot be obtained unless air is bled from the steering system. The air in the fluid may cause pump cavitation noise and may cause pump damage over a period of time.
  25. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
  26. Measure the wheel alignment. Adjust as necessary. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT .
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