Buick Regal: Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
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.
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.
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Position the intermediate steering shaft (1) in the vehicle.
3.
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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.
4. Slide the intermediate steering shaft outer boot (1) downwards and onto the steering gear.
5. Use the CH-804 pliers (1) to install the NEW intermediate steering shaft outer boot clamp.
6. Install the front tire and wheel assembly.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft Inner Boot(1) - Install.
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Inspection Procedure
1. Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement - Remove.
CAUTION: Vehicles involved in accidents that result in any of the
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
Steering Column Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Steering Column Lock Control Module - Unlock.
For Vehicles with automatic transmission:
With foot OFF the brake pedal and the shift lever in the PARK position,
press the ignit
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Power Transfer Unit Components
Power Transfer Unit Alignment Sleeve
Power Transfer Unit Face Seal - O-Ring
Power Transfer Unit Case
Power Transfer Unit Locating Pin[2x]
Power Transfer Unit Cover Housing Seal
Power Transfer Unit Input Shaft Bearing R
Specifications, Schematic and Wiring Diagrams
Specifications
TEMPERATURE VERSUS RESISTANCE - INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE S
TEMPERATURE VERSUS RESISTANCE - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
ALTITUDE VERSUS BAROMETRIC PRESSURE
IGNITION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components
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