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Removal Procedure

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  1. Install the J 42640  in the steering column lower access hole.
    Fig 1: Installing J 42640 In Steering Column Lower Access Hole (Upper)
    G01455074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Mark the relationship of the intermediate shaft components in order to assure proper installation.

  2. Mark the relationships of the following components:
    • Mark the relationship of the bolt and clamp at both ends of the upper intermediate shaft.
    • Mark the relationship of the upper intermediate shaft to the lower intermediate shaft.
  3. Remove the nut and bolt from the lower shaft to upper shaft connection.
    Fig 2: Removing Nut & Bolt From Lower Shaft To Upper Shaft Connection (Upper)
    G01455075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the nut and bolt (1) from the upper shaft (2) to steering column connection.
  5. Slide the intermediate shaft down, out of the steering column connection.
  6. Remove the accelerator pedal position sensor. Refer to ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR in Engine Controls.
  7. Slide the upper intermediate shaft towards the instrument panel, out of the lower intermediate shaft, and remove the shaft from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Removing Nut & Bolt From Upper Shaft To Steering Column Connection (Upper)
    G01455076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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