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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install steering column seal by rolling seal lip to inside vehicle.
  2. Fig 1: Steering Column To Steering Gear Connection
    GM687445Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  6. IMPORTANT: The upper intermediate shaft boot must completely cover the white insert of the lower intermediate shaft boot to ensure proper sealing.
  7. Connect the upper intermediate shaft boot to the lower intermediate shaft boot.
  8. Fig 2: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Unlock the steering column by removing J 42640 from the steering column lower trim cover access hole.