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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the intermediate shaft seal.
  2. Connect the intermediate shaft bearing to the upper intermediate shaft.
  3. Connect the intermediate shaft bearing to the studs on the cowl.
    CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  4. Install the intermediate shaft bearing lower brace retaining nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  5. Install the intermediate shaft bearing bracket retaining nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Intermediate Shaft Bearing Lower Brace Retaining Nut & Bracket Retaining Nuts
    G01217328Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the upper intermediate shaft to the intermediate shaft bearing retaining bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Upper Intermediate Shaft To Intermediate Shaft Bearing Retaining Bolt
    G01217329Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the intermediate shaft seal upper retaining screws.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

    Fig 3: Installing Intermediate Shaft Seal Upper Retaining Screws
    G01217330Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Reposition the cruise control module (3) and install the cruise control module mounting nuts (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

    Fig 4: Installing Cruise Control Module Mounting Nuts
    G01217331Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Reposition the power steering reservoir (3) and install the power steering reservoir mounting nuts (4).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 6.5 N.m (58 lb in).

    Fig 5: Installing Power Steering Reservoir Mounting Nuts
    G01217332Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the lower intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Lower .
  11. Remove the J-42640 from the steering column lower access hole.
    Fig 6: Removing J-42640 From Steering Column Lower Access Hole
    G01217333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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