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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009UPLANDER LT, 3.9 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING WHEEL AND COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 M

Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 MSECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Pinch Bolt

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Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering column.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the intermediate steering shaft upper pinch bolt at the steering column and tighten to 48 N.m (35 lb ft) .

Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft And Power Steering Gear Stub Shaft

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Install the intermediate steering shaft seal onto the steering column.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Connect the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the power steering gear stub shaft (2).
Install the intermediate steering shaft lower pinch bolt at the power steering gear stub shaft and tighten to 48 N.m (35 lb ft) .

Fig 3: View Of Intermediate Steering Shaft

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Install the intermediate steering shaft seal onto the power steering gear.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the bolts that retain the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Install the left sound insulator.
Remove the J-42640: Pin from the steering 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.