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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SSR AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT - LOWERINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet SSR Automatic

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet SSR AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Lower Intermediate Shaft

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Install the lower intermediate shaft to the vehicle.
Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear input shaft pinch bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear input shaft pinch bolt to 40 N.m (29 lb ft).

Fig 2: Steering Column To Steering Gear Connection

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Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft.
Install the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the lower intermediate shaft to the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt to 50 N.m (37 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.

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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.