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Installation Procedure

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CAUTION: If steering column to cowl panel seal is torn or otherwise damaged, it must be replaced. Confirm that the seal and inner race are properly located. Failure to do so may allow carbon monoxide into the vehicle, which may result in serious personal injury or death.
  1. Install the intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft seal to the vehicle.
    Fig 1: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft
    GM490584Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the upper pinch bolt to the steering column.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

  3. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Install the lower pinch bolt to the steering gear.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Identifying Steering Gear Lower Pinch Bolt
    GM490582Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the left tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
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