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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the intermediate steering shaft (2) in the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Identifying Intermediate Steering Shaft Components
    GM1853881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering column shaft.
  3. Install the NEW intermediate steering shaft upper bolt (1) and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: A NEW intermediate steering shaft upper bolt has a thread locking adhesive patch on the threads.
  4. Connect the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) to the dash panel.
  5. Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  6. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Install the NEW intermediate steering shaft lower bolt (1) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
    Fig 2: Identifying Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt
    GM1853880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: A NEW intermediate steering shaft lower bolt has a thread locking adhesive patch on the threads.
  7. Install the intermediate steering shaft boot to the steering gear and to the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.
    NOTE: Do not tear the intermediate steering shaft boot. Install the boot in the correct position.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
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