Buick Regal: Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
Removal Procedure
1.
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Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt(1) - Remove.
2. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(2)@Steering Column - Separate.
3.
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Release the upper intermediate steering shaft boot (1) from the retaining tabs (2) on the intermediate steering shaft inner boot.
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Slide the upper intermediate steering shaft boot (1) upwards to expose the intermediate steering shaft upper bolt.
5. Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt(2) - Remove.
6. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(3)@Intermediate Steering Shaft - Separate.
7. Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft (1) and upper intermediate steering shaft boot as an assembly from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the upper intermediate steering shaft (1) and upper intermediate steering shaft boot as an assembly in the vehicle.
2.
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Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(3)@Intermediate Steering Shaft - Install.
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.
3. Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt(2) - Install and tighten 39 N.m (29 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. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
4. Slide the upper intermediate steering shaft boot (1) downwards and align the boot to the intermediate steering shaft inner boot.
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Secure the upper intermediate steering shaft boot (1) with the retaining tabs (2) on the intermediate steering shaft inner boot.
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Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(2)@Steering Column - Install.
7. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt(1) - 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.
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Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot Replacement (Inner)
Removal Procedure
1.
Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(3)@Intermediate Steering Shaft -
Disconnect.
2. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(3) & Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot-
Upper(1) - Posit
Intermediate Steering Shaft Boot Replacement (Outer)
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
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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Fuel
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and applicable countries.
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Front Brake Hose Replacement (J17)
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Brake Dust Warning
WARNING: Brake Fluid Irritant Warning
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3.
Brake Pipe Fitting(1) - Disconnect.
4. Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
5.
Brake Hose Retainer
