Cutlass Ciera FWD V6-181 3.0L (1984)
2. Install splash shield on left inner fender.
3. Place the rack assembly into position and install the dash seal onto the rack assembly.
4. Use a screwdriver to slightly spread the clamp areas of the flexible coupling.
5. Have a helper inside the car guide the flexible coupling onto the stub shaft and onto the steering column. Install both pinch bolts and torque to:
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Coupling to stub shaft 40 Nm (29 ft. lbs.).
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Coupling to column 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the L.H. mounting clamp. Do not tighten.
7. Install the R.H. mounting clamp.
8. Tighten both mounting clamps. Torque nuts to 38 Nm (28 ft. lbs.).
9. Connect tie rods to struts.
10. Install front wheel and tire assemblies.
11. Lower car.
12. Install air cleaner and washer jar.
13. Install l.P. sound insulator
14. Check toe setting. Adjust as required.