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Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 2411
Fig. 53: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt, Nut & Steering Column
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15. Install the steering shaft coupling nut (1) and bolt (2) at the steering column.
Tighten: Tighten the nut and bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
16. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection (w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Instrument Panel and Console Trim - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis
Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 54: Identifying J 42640
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17. Remove the anti-rotation pin J 42640 from the steering column.
INSTRUMENT PANEL SERVICE POSITIONING (WITH SLT)
Special Tools
J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin. See Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Instrument Panel and Console Trim - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis
Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 55: Identifying J 42640
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
Secure the steering wheel utilizing 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:
The steering column
The intermediate shaft
The steering gear
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Instrument Panel and Console Trim - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis
Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
1. Lock the steering column through the access hole in the steering column shroud using anti-
rotation pin J 42640.
Fig. 56: View Of Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt, Nut & Steering Column
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
2. Remove the steering shaft coupling nut (1) and bolt (2) at the steering column.
3. Remove the front seats. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection
and Connection (w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
After disconnecting these components, do not move the front
tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause
improper alignment of some components during installation
and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Instrument Panel and Console Trim - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis
Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
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