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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2006ALLURE CXSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING SHAFT, LOWER BEARING AND JACKET REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Buick Allure CXS

Removal Procedure

2006 Buick Allure CXSSECTION Removal Procedure
    Fig 1: View Of Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control
    GM324919Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the ignition lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement .
  2. Remove the tilt spring assembly only. Refer to Tilt Spring Replacement .
  3. Remove the automatic transmission shift lock control.
  4. Use a screwdriver to pry the automatic transmission shift lock control from the steering column jacket assembly.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Linear Shift Assembly And Retaining Screws
    GM662202Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the 3 flat-head 6-lobed socket tapping screws from the linear shift assembly.

    Remove the linear shift assembly.

    6. Fig 3: Locating Steering Shaft Assembly Components
    GM324925Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the following items from the steering shaft assembly:
    1. The steering shaft seal (6)
    2. The sensor retainer (5)
    3. The lower spring retainer (4)
    4. The lower bearing spring (3)
    5. The lower bearing seat (2)
    6. The adapter and bearing assembly (1)
  7. Dispose of the lower spring retainer (4).
    8. Fig 4: Removing Pivot Pins From Steering Column Support Assembly
    GM324933Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the 2 pivot pins from the steering column support assembly withJ 21854-01  . See Special Tools .
    9. Fig 5: Removing Upper Tilt Head Assembly With Steering Shaft Assembly
    GM324937Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the tilt knob and tilt the column to the upright position.
  10. Remove the upper tilt head assembly with the steering shaft assembly.
    11. Fig 6: Steering Shaft Assembly & Steering Column Tilt Head Housing Assembly
    GM299889Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.