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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003MALIBU V6-3.1L VIN JREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSSTEERINGSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
2003 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J
System Specifications
2003 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION System Specifications
This article has been updated by TSB# 06-02-35-019 dated August 28,2006.
SUBJECT
Revised Tilt Steering Wheel and Column Fastener Tightening Specifications #06-02-35-019 - (08/28/2006)
Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Column Pinch Bolt 18 Nm (13 lb ft)
Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Gear Pinch Bolt 18 Nm (13 lb ft)
Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Column Thru Bolts 62 Nm (46 lb ft)
Lower Air Duct Screws 2 Nm (18 lb in)
Multifunction Turn Signal Switch Screw 4 Nm (35 lb in)
Steering Column Lower Mounting Bolts 26 Nm (19 lb ft)
Steering Column Upper Mounting Bolts 26 Nm (19 lb ft)
Steering Column Trim Cover Screws Lower 2 Nm (18 lb in)
Steering Column Support Screws 17 Nm (13 lb ft)
Steering Wheel Nut 37 Nm (27 lb ft)
SUBJECT
Revised Tilt Steering Wheel and Column Fastener Tightening Specifications #06-02-35-019 - (08/28/2006)
Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Column Pinch Bolt 18 Nm (13 lb ft)
Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Gear Pinch Bolt 18 Nm (13 lb ft)
Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Column Thru Bolts 62 Nm (46 lb ft)
Lower Air Duct Screws 2 Nm (18 lb in)
Multifunction Turn Signal Switch Screw 4 Nm (35 lb in)
Steering Column Lower Mounting Bolts 26 Nm (19 lb ft)
Steering Column Upper Mounting Bolts 26 Nm (19 lb ft)
Steering Column Trim Cover Screws Lower 2 Nm (18 lb in)
Steering Column Support Screws 17 Nm (13 lb ft)
Steering Wheel Nut 37 Nm (27 lb ft)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.