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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Steering Gear Bolts
    GM3236367Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the steering gear (2) on the drivetrain and front suspension frame.
  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the steering gear bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  4. Raise the drivetrain and front suspension frame into position. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
  5. Connect the lower conduit retainer bracket from the drivetrain and front suspension frame and connect the upper conduit retainer bracket to the drivetrain front and electronic system power supply module frame. 300-Volt Battery Positive and Negative Cable Replacement (Drive Motor Generator Power Inverter Module to Drive Motor Battery)300-Volt Battery Positive and Negative Cable Replacement (Drive Motor Generator Power Inverter Module to High Voltage Battery Disconnect Module)
  6. Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame stabilizer brackets. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Stabilizer Bracket Replacement
  7. Tighten the front drivetrain and front suspension frame bolts. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
  8. Remove the hydraulic jack and adjustable stands.
  9. Install the rear transmission mount strut to frame bolts. Transmission Mount Strut Replacement - Rear
  10. Connect the transmission fluid pump motor cable connector. Transmission Fluid Pump Replacement
  11. Install Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod@Steering Knuckle Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement 
  12. Install Front Stabilizer Shaft Link@Strut Assembly Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement
  13. Install the front, middle, and rear portions of the front compartment splash shield. Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement (Front)Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement (Middle)Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement (Rear)
  14. Install Front Compartment Air Deflector Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement
  15. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  16. Install Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot Replacement
  17. Install Intermediate Steering Shaft@Steering Gear Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
  18. Enable the high voltage system. High Voltage Enabling
  19. Measure and adjust the front toe. Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
  20. Center the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering