CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
dealer listing, are to be contacted by the dealer. Arrangements are to be made to make the required correction according to the instructions contained in
this bulletin. This could be done by mailing to such customers, a copy of the customer letter shown in this bulletin. Recall follow-up cards should not be
used for this purpose, since the customer may not as yet have received the notification letter.
In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this recall enters your vehicle inventory, or is in your dealership for service in the future, you must take the
steps necessary to be sure the recall correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
Disclaimer
Service Procedure
The following service procedure provides instructions for inspecting for a loose or missing intermediate steering shaft upper pinch bolt.
1.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and turn the steering wheel so the front tires are straight ahead.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3.
Open the hood.
4.
Inspect the intermediate steering shaft upper pinch bolt.
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If the pinch bolt is present, turn the ignition switch to the ON position and turn the steering wheel 90 degrees (1/4 turn) to the left. Using a 13
mm socket, a long 3/8 drive extension, and a torque wrench, verify that the bolt is tightened to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
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If the pinch bolt is missing, turn the ignition switch to the ON position and turn the steering wheel 90 degrees (1/4 turn) to the left. Align the
holes in the upper and lower shafts and install a new bolt. Using a 13 mm socket, a long 3/8 drive extension, and a torque wrench, tighten the
bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
5.
Install the GM Recall Identification Label and close the hood.
