Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the left tire and wheel.
3. Reposition the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to gain access to the lower pinch bolt.
4. Remove the lower pinch bolt from the steering gear.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Reposition the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to gain access to the upper pinch bolt.
7. Remove the upper pinch bolt from the steering column.
8. Remove the intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft seal from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the intermediate steering shaft and the intermediate steering shaft seal to the vehicle.
CAUTION:
If steering column to cowl panel seal is torn or otherwise damaged, it must be replaced. Confirm that the seal and inner race are
properly located.