Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

The steering column
The intermediate shaft(s)
The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.

With the steering wheel in the straight forward position, remove the ignition key.

Fig 1: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft & Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt

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Remove the intermediate steering shaft to steering gear pinch bolt. Discard the bolt.
Disengage the intermediate shaft seal from the body panel.
Collapse the intermediate steering shaft, while disconnecting the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.
Place scribe makes on the intermediate shaft to the steering column connection prior to removal.

Fig 2: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt And Column

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Remove the intermediate shaft pinch bolt at the steering column. Discard the pinch bolt.
Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column.

Fig 3: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly

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Remove the intermediate steering shaft assembly from inside the vehicle.