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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the steering gear to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Horizontal Steering Gear Nut, Washer & Bolt
    GM1207227Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: Hand start all bolts before finalizing any torques.
  2. Install the steering gear bracket and bolts and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
  3. Install the horizontal steering gear nut, washer, and bolt. Tighten the bolt to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).
  4. If equipped with right hand drive, perform the following steps:
    1. Reposition the front differential.
    2. Install the front differential mounting bolts and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
    3. Remove the straps from the front differential.
    4. Remove the jack from the front differential.
    5. Fig 2: Vertical Steering Gear Nut, Washer & Bolt
    GM1207228Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the vertical steering gear nut, washer, and bolt. Tighten the bolt to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).
  6. Connect the lower intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  7. Connect the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose to the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (LH9)  or Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (LLR) .
  8. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
  9. Connect the rack and pinion outer tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
    10. Fig 3: Locking/Unlocking Steering Column
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the J-42640:  pin from the steering column.
  11. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  12. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
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