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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Chevy C Cab/Chassis HD (GMT 400) 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt 🢒 Intermediate Steering Shaft Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 245850 Size: SH
  2. Push the locking ring tabs inward one at a time until the seal (1) separates from the dash panel (2).
  3. Note the position of the locating tab directly at the bottom of the locking ring and the dash panel (2) opening.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 245850 Size: SH

    Caution: If steering column to cowl panel seal is torn or otherwise damaged, it must be replaced. Confirm that the seal and inner race are properly located. Failure to do so may allow carbon monoxide into the vehicle, which may result in serious personal injury or death.

  1. Align the locating tab groove on the seal (1) directly at the bottom of the dash panel (2) opening.

    2. The sheet metals fits into the groove.

  2. Force the seal (1) upward and inward until the seal snaps into place.
  3. Install the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .