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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2008 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Steering Column in Lock Position Notice in the Preface section.

  1. LOCK the steering column and verify the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.
  2. Move the silencer pad away from the steering column.

    3. Object Number: 820173 Size: SH
  3. Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering shaft coupling (3) and on the shaft (4).
  4. Remove the upper bolt (7) from the coupling.
  5. Remove the lower bolt (6) from the coupling.
  6. Move the coupling (2) onto the steering column shaft (1).
  7. Remove the coupling from the steering column shaft.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 820173 Size: SH
  1. If you are installing a new steering shaft coupling, copy the match mark (3) from the old coupling to the new coupling.
  2. Align the match marks and move the coupling (2) onto the steering column shaft (1).
  3. Align the match marks (3, 4) and move the coupling onto the shaft (5).

    4. 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.

  4. Install the upper bolt (7) and the lower bolt (6) to the coupling.

    5. Tighten

    1. Tighten the lower bolt to 35 N·m (25.8 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the upper bolt to 35 N·m (25.8 lb ft).
  5. Place the silencer pad in the correct position.