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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the steering gear in the vehicle through the left wheelhouse opening. Ensure the steering gear bushings are centered in the frame.
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Gear Bolts
    GM1858265Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: Hand start the steering gear bolts before finalizing any torques.
  2. Install the steering gear bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  3. Connect the steering shaft coupling to the steering gear.
    4. Fig 2: Steering Shaft Coupling Bolt
    GM1865914Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install a NEW steering shaft coupling bolt (1) and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
  5. Install the rear transmission mount.
    6. Fig 3: Identifying Transaxle Mount Bolts
    GM1819476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the 3 rear transmission mount bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    7. Fig 4: Identifying Transaxle Mount Bolt
    GM1819466Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the rear transmission mount through bolt and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  8. Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    9. Fig 5: View Of Tie Rod, Knuckle & Tapered Ball Stud
    GM891579Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Use the J-44015:  installer in order to seat the steering linkage outer tie rods. Tighten the J-44015:  installer to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
    10. Fig 6: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nuts
    GM1865912Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the NEW steering linkage outer tie rod nuts (1) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  11. Tighten the steering linkage outer tie rod nuts an additional 90 degrees.
  12. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
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