Regal V6-3.8L VIN K (1997)
37.
Partially raise the rear of the engine cradle.
38.
Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear and install the bolt.
Tighten
Tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).
39.
Install the stabilizer link bolts in both lower control arms.
Tighten
Tighten to 17 Nm (13 lb ft).
40.
Raise the rear of the engine cradle and install the six bolts. Refer to Figure 12.
Tighten
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Tighten the rear suspension crossmember bolts (1) to 110 Nm (81 lb ft).
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Tighten the suspension crossmember to body bolts (2) to 82 Nm (60 lb ft).
41.
Install the one bolt and two nuts that attach the rear transmission mount to the engine cradle.
Tighten
Tighten to 66 Nm (49 lb ft).
42.
Install both outer tie rod ends to the knuckles.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 45 Nm (33 lb ft).
43.
Install both front tire and wheel assemblies.
Tighten
Tighten to 140 Nm (103 lb ft).
44.
Lower the vehicle.
45.
Check the power steering fluid level and add if necessary.
46.
Check the alignment and set toe-in as necessary.
47.
Close the hood.
Steering Gear Replacement, If Required -- 1997-1998 Chevrolet Malibu, 1997-1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
For additional information on steering gear removal, refer to the Steering section in the appropriate Service Manual or SI.
Important
Steering gears currently available from GMSPO are verified good stock and do not require bearing inspection or replacement.
The following service procedure is based on the steering gear having been removed from the vehicle during the inspection procedure.
1.
Remove the tie rod ends from the original steering gear.
2.
Measure the position of the adjuster nuts on the old steering gear and adjust the new nuts on the new steering gear to the same measurement.
3.
Install the tie rod ends on the new steering gear.
Tighten
