Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution:
With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

* The steering column

* The intermediate shaft(s)

* The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.

1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position and lock the steering column.

2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.

3. Disengage the intermediate steering shaft boot from the steering gear and from the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.





4. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) at the steering gear.

5. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.

6. Remove the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Enclave) Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left SideInstrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Acadia) Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left SideInstrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Traverse) Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side.





7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) at the steering column.

8. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft (2) from the steering column shaft.

9. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) from the dash panel.

Note:
Spreading both ends of the new or removed intermediate steering shaft while out of the vehicle will help with the installation.

10. Remove the intermediate steering shaft from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the intermediate steering shaft (2) in the vehicle.

2. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering column shaft.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1), and tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).

4. Connect the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) to the dash panel.

5. Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Enclave) Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left SideInstrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Acadia) Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left SideInstrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Traverse) Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side.





6. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Install the intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).

Note:
Do not tear the intermediate steering shaft boot. Install the boot in the correct position.

7. Install the intermediate steering shaft boot to the steering gear and to the intermediate steering shaft upper seal.

8. Lower the vehicle.