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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SSR AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet SSR Automatic

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet SSR AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Steering Column Assembly

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Install the steering column to the vehicle and connect the column to the intermediate shaft.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the steering column mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Steering Column & Upper Intermediate Shaft

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Install the intermediate shaft bolt to the steering column.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 3: Disconnecting/Reconnecting Steering Column Electrical Connector

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Connect the steering column electrical connector to the vehicle wiring harness.
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 6 N.m (53 lb ft).
Install the knee bolster bracket. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
Unlock the steering column by removing J 42640 from the lower trim cover access hole.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.

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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.