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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the rack and pinion to the vehicle.
  2. Raise the rear portion of the frame.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: View Of Mounting Bolts & Additional Components
    GM290804Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the frame mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the frame mounting bolts to 192 N.m (142 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Transmission Mount & Upper Mounting Nuts
    GM521323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the transmission mount mounting nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission mounting nuts (1) to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

    5. Fig 3: View Of Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM337379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the rack and pinion mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the rack and pinion mounting bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

    6. Fig 4: View Of Power Steering Pressure Outlet Hose
    GM337376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the power steering pressure and return hoses to the power steering gear.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering pressure and return hoses to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  7. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  8. Connect the variable effort steering electrical connector.
  9. Install the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
    10. Fig 5: View Of Steering Knuckle & Outer Tie Rod Retaining Nut
    GM575833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles.
  11. Install the outer tie rods retaining nuts.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut (2) to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
    • Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut (2) up to 1/6 additional turn, or 70 N.m (52 lb ft) maximum.

    12. Fig 6: Locating Steering Rack-To-Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt
    GM105357Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
  13. Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the intermediate shaft pinch bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

  14. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  15. Lower the vehicle.
    16. Fig 7: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Remove J 42640  from the steering column access hole.
  17. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
  18. Adjust front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.
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