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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 S10 Pickup - 4WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Steering Linkage Shield Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    2. Object Number: 291214 Size: SH
  2. Remove the bolts and the washers.
  3. Remove the steering linkage shield assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 291214 Size: SH
  1. Install the steering linkage shield assembly.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the bolts and the washers.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).

  3. Lower the vehicle.