Installation Procedure

If you are not replacing the intermediate steering shaft bolts, perform the following procedure on each of the bolts:
1. Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
2. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol, or equivalent, and allow to dry.
3. Apply the appropriate General Motors threadlocker or blue, medium LOCTITE™ 242 to the upper and lower intermediate steering shaft bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for the appropriate threadlocker.

NOTE: Failure to transfer the match marks may result in an off-center steering wheel.

If you are installing a new intermediate steering shaft, transfer the match marks from the old shaft to the new shaft.
Position the intermediate steering shaft and seal assembly in the vehicle.
Seat the intermediate steering shaft seal to the body pass-through.
Inspect the intermediate steering shaft seal from the engine compartment. Ensure the seal is seated properly.
Align the match marks on the following components:
- The intermediate steering shaft
- The steering column shaft
- The steering column housing

Fig 1: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt And Column

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the intermediate steering shaft bolt and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
Align the match marks on the intermediate steering shaft and on the steering gear pinion shaft.

Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Gear Pinch Bolt

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Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear.
Install the intermediate steering shaft bolt and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
Install the left front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
If equipped with RPO JL4, calibrate the steering angle sensor. Refer to Control Module References .