Buick Regal: Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot Replacement (Outer)
Special Tools
CH-804 Drive Axle Boot Clamp Pliers
Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools
Removal Procedure
1.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot(1) - Remove.
2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.
3.
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Cut the intermediate steering shaft outer boot clamp (1).
DISCARD the clamp.
4.
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Slide the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) upwards to expose the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt.
5. Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt(2) - Remove.
6.
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Remove the intermediate steering shaft (1) from the vehicle.
7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1.
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Position a NEW intermediate steering shaft outer boot clamp (1) onto the intermediate steering shaft outer boot.
2. Position the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) on the vehicle.
3.
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Position the intermediate steering shaft (1) in the vehicle.
4.
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt(2) - Install and tighten 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
- Clean the threads of the bolt and mating threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt.
5. Slide the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) downwards and onto the steering gear.
6. Use the CH-804 pliers (1) to install the NEW intermediate steering shaft outer boot clamp.
7. Install the front tire and wheel assembly.
8.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot(1) - Install.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
Special Tools
CH-804 Drive Axle Boot Clamp Pliers
Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools
Removal Procedure
1.
Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot(1) - Remove.
2. Remove the front tire and wheel
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Inspection Procedure
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following kinds
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Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement.
Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt[3x]
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Procedure
Extend the steering column to the
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Rear Differential Clutch Control Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Prepare the control module for removal using the SPS programming support
tool.
NOTE: The rear differential clutch control module can now be removed
and replaced.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
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