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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009HHR LT, 2.4 V, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 V, Standard

Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 V, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure

Perform the following procedure before installing the lower and upper intermediate steering shaft bolts:
1. Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
2. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol, or equivalent, and allow to dry.
3. Apply the appropriate General Motors threadlocker or blue, medium LOCTITE™ 242 to the upper and lower intermediate steering shaft bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for the appropriate threadlocker.

NOTE: Failure to transfer the scribed marks may result in an off-center steering wheel.

If installing a new intermediate steering shaft then transfer the scribed marks made previously.
Position the intermediate steering shaft and seal assembly to the vehicle.

NOTE: Inspect the intermediate steering shaft seal from the engine compartment to make sure it is seated properly.

Seat the intermediate steering shaft seal to the body pass-through.
Align the scribed marks on the intermediate steering shaft to the scribed marks on the steering column shaft.

Fig 1: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt & Column

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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.