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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2006SRX 4.6 A, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Cadillac SRX 4.6 A, AWD

Installation Procedure

2006 Cadillac SRX 4.6 A, AWDSECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Column Retaining Bolt

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Install the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the retaining bolt that secures the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Steering Column

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Install the steering column.
Install the steering column mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Connect the steering column electrical connectors.
Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement - Left .
Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
Raise the vehicle.
Install the intermediate shaft - upper to the intermediate shaft - center.
Install the retaining bolt that secures the intermediate shaft - upper to the intermediate shaft - center.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Identifying J 42640

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Unlock the steering column by removing J 42640 from the steering column lower trim cover access hole.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .

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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.