Installation Procedure
- Install the intermediate steering shaft from inside the vehicle.
- Install the intermediate steering shaft (2) to the steering column, install the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1), and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Position the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) back in place.
- Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Acadia) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Enclave) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (OUTLOOK) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Traverse) .
- Position the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear, install the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1), and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install the intermediate steering shaft boot to the steering gear and the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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NOTE:
Do not tear the intermediate steering shaft boot and install it the in the exact position it came out.