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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE: Failure to transfer the alignment marks may result in an off-center steering wheel after installation.
  1. If a new steering shaft coupling is being installed, copy the alignment marks from the old component to the same locations on the new component.
  2. Position the steering shaft coupling in the vehicle.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Upper & Lower Intermediate Shafts & Components
    GM1701888Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the steering shaft coupling nut (1) and the bolt (2) to the upper intermediate steering shaft and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    4. Fig 2: Steering Shaft Coupling
    GM2410881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the steering shaft coupling bolt (2) to the steering gear and tighten to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
  5. Install the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
    6. Fig 3: Locking Steering Column
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the J-42640:  pin from the steering column lower access hole.
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