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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1999 🢒 Firefly (Canada) 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Wheel Drive Shafts 🢒 Intermediate Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the right wheel drive shaft assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 175564 Size: SH
  2. Remove the 3 bolts from the intermediate shaft bearing arbor (1).
  3. Remove the intermediate shaft (2) from the transaxle.
  4. Inspect the intermediate shaft (2) and the intermediate shaft bearing for rough operation, for excessive wear, or for damage. For disassembly and for inspection procedures, refer to Intermediate Shaft Overhaul .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 175564 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the intermediate shaft (2) into the transaxle. Install the 3 bolts in order to retain the intermediate shaft in the intermediate shaft bearing arbor.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

  2. Install the right wheel drive shaft assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .