Sierra 1500 4WD V8-6.0L (2007)
Steering Shaft Coupler: Service and Repair
Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement
Tools Required
J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Restraint System Service Precautions.
Notice: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or
intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil
assembly.
1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Install anti-rotation pin J 42640 in the steering column lower access hole.
3. Remove the engine shield.
4. Mark the relationships of the steering shaft coupling, the upper intermediate steering shaft, and the power steering gear.
1. Mark the relationship of the upper intermediate steering shaft to the steering shaft coupling.
2. Mark the relationship of the steering shaft coupling to the steering gear.
Important: DO NOT pull on the steering shaft coupling to separate it from the steering gear.
5. Remove the steering shaft coupling bolt at the steering gear.
