K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (1999)
1. Install the upper end of the intermediate shaft into the upper shaft.
2. Install the lower end of the intermediate shaft coupler.
2.1. If the same shaft is being reinstalled, align the marks made during the removal procedure.
2.2. Install the lower end of the intermediate shaft coupler onto the steering gear worm shaft.
3. Install the bolt to the lower shaft coupler.
4. Install the bolt and the nut to the upper end of the shaft.
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Tighten the upper nut to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
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Tighten the coupler pinch bolt to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Install the shield onto the steering gear.
6. Unlock the steering column by removing J 42640 from the steering column lower shroud access hole.
