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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the pitman arm if necessary. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement .
  2. Position the steering gear in the vehicle.
    3. Fig 1: Steering Gear Bolts
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    NOTE:

    Start all of the steering gear bolts by hand and fully seat the bolts before finalizing the torque.

  3. Install the steering gear bolts (1).
    4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Tighten the steering gear bolts to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).
    5. Fig 2: Pitman Arm Nut
    GM1864181Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the pitman arm to the relay rod.
  6. Install the pitman arm nut (1) and tighten to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
  7. Connect the power steering hoses to the steering gear. Tighten the hose fittings to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
  8. Connect the steering shaft coupling to the steering gear. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
  9. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
  10. Lower the vehicle.
    11. Fig 3: Locking Steering Column
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  11. Remove the J-42640  Pin from the steering column.
  12. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  13. Remove the drain pans.
  14. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle.
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