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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE: Failure to transfer the pre-scribed marks may result in an off-center steering wheel.
  1. If installing a new intermediate shaft, transfer the pre-scrubed alignment marks on to the new part.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly
    GM854913Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the intermediate steering shaft assembly from inside the vehicle.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft & Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt
    GM928863Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Align and connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear.
    4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install a new lower intermediate shaft pinch bolt and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
  5. Align the pre-scribed mark on the intermediate steering shaft to the pre-scribed mark on the steering column.
    6. Fig 3: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt And Column
    GM854769Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering column.
  7. If the intermediate shaft was removed without the use of scribed marks, perform the following:
    1. Place the road wheels in the straight ahead position.
    2. Align the steering column shaft notch in the 12 o'clock position and connect the intermediate shaft to the steering column.
    3. Install a new upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
  8. Seat the intermediate shaft seal into the body panel.
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