Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying 2 Clamp Bolts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

NOTE: Before inserting the clamp bolt, make certain that the steering shaft groove (arrow) is flush with the bore in the intermediate shaft. Clean the thread and insert the bolt with locking compound. Note the installation position of the clamp bolt.

Install the intermediate shaft to the steering shaft.
- Slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering shaft.
- Install the clamp bolt (1).
  Tighten: Tighten to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

NOTE:

Ensure that the wheels are in the straight ahead position.
Before inserting the clamp bolt, make certain that the steering gear shaft groove (arrow) is flush with the bore in the intermediate shaft. Clean the thread and insert the bolt with locking compound.

Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
- Slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering gear.
- Install the clamp bolts (2).
  Tighten: Tighten to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
Check the straight-ahead position, adjust if necessary. Refer to Straight Ahead Inspection .