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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the intermediate steering shaft into place.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

    Install the upper pinch bolt which secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering column.

    Tighten:  Tighten the pinch bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

    2. Fig 1: View Of Upper Pinch Bolt Of Intermediate Steering Shaft
    GM454259Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the intermediate steering shaft seal onto the steering column.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Install the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the power steering gear stub shaft (2).
    5. Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft To Power Steering Gear Stub Shaft
    GM294371Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the lower pinch bolt which secures the intermediate steering shaft to the power steering gear stub shaft.

    Tighten:  Tighten the pinch bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

  6. Remove the J 42640 from the steering column.
    7. Fig 3: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the intermediate steering shaft seal onto the power steering gear.
    8. Fig 4: Intermediate Steering Shaft
    GM294376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Install the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
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