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Installation Procedure

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    Position the intermediate steering shaft (1) in the vehicle.

  2. GM4286462Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intermediate Steering Shaft (2) @ Steering Gear - Install

  3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 55 N.m (40 lb ft)
    1. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  5. GM4286461Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intermediate Steering Shaft (2) @ Steering Column - Install

  6. Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 42 N.m (31 lb ft)
    1. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  7. Center the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering