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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM337379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the power steering gear through the left wheel opening.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering gear mounting bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

  3. Install the left stabilizer shaft insulator. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement in Front Suspension.
    4. Fig 2: View of Power Steering Pressure and Return Hoses
    GM337376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the power steering pressure and return hoses (1, 2) to the power steering gear.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering pressure and return hoses to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  5. If equipped, connect the variable effort steering electrical connector.
    6. Fig 3: Installing The Tie Rod Seal To The Outer Tie Rod Assembly
    GM470653Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the outer tie rod (1) to the steering knuckles.
  7. Install the outer tie rod retaining nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus an additional 180 degrees.

    8. Fig 4: Locating Steering Rack-To-Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt
    GM105357Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the intermediate shaft to the power steering gear.
  9. Install the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt to 47 N.m (37 lb ft).

  10. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
    12. Fig 5: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the J 42640  from the steering column. See Special Tools and Equipment .
  13. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
  14. Check the power steering system for leaks.
  15. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.
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