Escalade AWD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2010)
Steering Gear Replacement (Recirculating Ball Without LMM)
Special Tools
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J-24319-B - Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
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J-42640 - Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (See: Tools and Equipment).
Removal Procedure
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column
lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering
wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
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The steering column
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The intermediate shaft(s)
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The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may
cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered,
refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.
1. With the front wheels of the vehicle in the straight ahead position, use the J-42640 - Pin in order to lock the steering column.
2. Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
3. Place drain pans under the vehicle.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
5. Remove the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Frame/Skid Plate/Service and Repair/Engine
Shield Replacement).
Caution: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Caution (See: Power Steering/Power Steering Line/Hose/Service Precautions).
6. Disconnect the steering hoses from the steering gear.
7. Disconnect the steering shaft coupling from the steering gear. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement (See: Steering Shaft/Service and
Repair/Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement).
