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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2014CAMARO ZL1, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2014 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans

Installation Procedure

2014 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, 2D Convertible, Standard TransSECTION Installation Procedure
  1. If you are replacing the intermediate steering shaft, copy the match marks from the old shaft to the new shaft.
  2. Ensure the tilt and telescope lever is in the locked position with the steering column tilted to the highest position and telescoped to the maximum rearward position.
  3. Position the intermediate steering shaft and intermediate shaft seal assembly in the vehicle on the driver's floor.
  4. Position the intermediate steering shaft in the dash panel opening.
    5. Fig 1: Intermediate Shaft Seal
    GM2201646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Working under the instrument panel, install the intermediate shaft seal (1) to the dash panel. Apply pressure to the seal in order to engage the 4 tabs.
    6. Fig 2: Steering Column Shaft, Intermediate Steering Shaft, Bolt And Match Marks
    GM2201328Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Working under the instrument panel, align the match marks (4) and connect the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering column shaft (3).
  7. Apply thread locking adhesive to the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
    8. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  8. Install the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt and tighten to 36 N.m (26.5 lb ft).
    9. Fig 3: Identifying Intermediate Steering Shaft To Pinion Shaft Retaining Bolt
    GM1961761Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Working under the vehicle, align the match marks and connect the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering gear pinion shaft (3).
  10. Apply thread locking adhesive to the steering gear pinion bolt (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
  11. Install the steering gear pinion bolt and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    12. Fig 4: Intermediate Shaft Seal Tabs
    GM2201636Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Working under the vehicle, ensure the 4 tabs (1) on the intermediate shaft seal engage the dash panel.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
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