Impala V6-3.9L (2007)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
Tools Required
J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
Notice: The front wheels of the vehicle must be maintained in the straight ahead position and the steering column must be in the LOCK position
before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft. Failure to follow these procedures will cause improper alignment of some
components during installation and result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.
3. Install J 42640 into the bottom of the steering column.
4. Position the intermediate steering shaft seal in order to provide access to the lower pinch bolt.
5. Remove the lower pinch bolt from the power steering gear stub shaft (2).
6. Remove the intermediate steering shaft (1) from the power steering gear stub shaft (2).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Remove the left closeout panel.
