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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
    • The steering column
    • The intermediate shaft
    • The steering gear

    After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.
  1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position and lock it in place.
  2. Remove the left front tire/wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Disengage the intermediate steering shaft boot from the steering gear and the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.
    4. Fig 1: Identifying Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt
    GM1853880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) and separate the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot
    GM1856325Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Do not tear the intermediate steering shaft boot.
  5. Remove the intermediate steering shaft boot (1).
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