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

2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 M

Removal Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 MSECTION Removal Procedure

CAUTION: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the coil assembly in the steering column to become uncentered which will cause damage to the coil assembly.

Lock the steering column using the J-42640: pin.
Remove the dash insulator.
Disconnect the intermediate shaft seal from the steering column.
Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering column. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
Push the intermediate shaft down in order to collapse the intermediate shaft.

Fig 1: Locating Intermediate Shaft Seal Bolts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the intermediate shaft seal bolts.

NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the lower portion of the intermediate shaft seal from the steering gear.

Remove the intermediate shaft seal.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.