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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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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Removal Procedure
1. Steering Column Lock Control Module - Unlock.
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With foot OFF the brake pedal and the shift lever in the PARK position,
press the ignit
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Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Refer to Diagnostic Procedure Instructions for an overview of each
diagnostic category.
DTC Descripto
Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and
Connection
Removal Procedure
1.
Pull the plastic cap(1) back from the quick connect fitting (2)and down along
the cooler pipe enough
to expose the transmission fluid cooler pipe fitting retainer.
2.
Using a small flat bladed tool, small pick or other suitable tool, lift one
of the open ends of the
retaini
