Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the wheels of the vehicle in the straight ahead position, LOCK the steering column.
Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Remove the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
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Left side shown, right side similar.

Remove the 4 chassis harness retainers (1) on the left and right side.
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector Bolt (2)- Left Side and Right Side - Remove [6x]
Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector (1)- Left Side and Right Side - Remove
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [6x]
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
Front Bumper Fascia Lower Stiffener Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (3) - Remove [6x]
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Front Compartment Air Deflector- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
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Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove
Support the front cradle shear plate using a suitable jack.
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Front Cradle Shear Plate Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Cradle Shear Plate Nut (2) - Remove [2x]
Front Crossmember Brace Bolt (3) - Remove [8x]
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Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
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Position the left and right side wheelhouse liners (1) away from the front cradle sheer plate (2).
Remove the front cradle sheer plate (2) from between the front bumper fascia center air deflector and the driveline and front suspension cradle and lower it from the vehicle.
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NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Loosen the left and right steering linkage outer tie rod nuts (1).
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CAUTION:
Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.
NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the left and right steering linkage outer tie rods (2) from the left and right steering knuckles.
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NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Remove the left and right steering linkage outer tie rod nuts (1).
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Separate the left and right steering linkage outer tie rods (1) from the left and right steering knuckles.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (1) @ Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear - Remove
Intermediate Steering Shaft (2) @ Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear - Separate
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Disconnect the electrical connectors (1).
Remove the tie strap securing the engine wiring harness to the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear.
Reposition the engine wiring harness away.
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Steering Gear Nut (1) - Remove [2x]
Steering Gear Bolt (2) - Remove and DISCARD [2x]
Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear (3) - Remove