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Removal Procedure

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NOTE: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
  • The steering column
  • The intermediate shaft
  • The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.
  1. Remove the left side engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Upper-To-Center Intermediate Shaft Retaining Bolt
    GM1198236Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Place scribe marks on the intermediate steering shaft and the upper intermediate steering shaft prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.
  2. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Shaft Lower Pinch Bolt
    GM907425Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Place scribe marks on the lower intermediate steering shaft and the steering gear prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.
  3. Remove the lower intermediate steering shaft bolt.
  4. Disconnect the lower intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.
  5. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the upper intermediate steering shaft.
  6. Remove the lower intermediate steering shaft from the vehicle with the intermediate steering shaft still connected.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Lower-To-Center Intermediate Shaft Retaining Bolt
    GM1198240Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Place scribe marks on the lower intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft prior to removal. These marks will be used for the correct alignment during installation.
  7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt.
  8. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the lower intermediate steering shaft.
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