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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006HHR L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN JACKET REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2L
Steering Column Jacket Replacement
2006 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2LSECTION Steering Column Jacket Replacement
Steering Column Jacket Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Place the steering wheel in the straight forward position.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
3. Remove the column trim covers.
4. Remove the SIR coil module assembly.
5. Remove the ignition lock cylinder case.
6. Remove the steering column mounting bolts.
7. Support the lower column as necessary.
8. Remove the jacket attaching bolts.
9. Remove the upper jacket from the steering column.
Installation Procedure
1. Important:
The column shaft splines must be free of dirt and debris.
Clean the column shaft splines
2. Use the supplied grease to apply 2 grams (0.07 oz) of grease to the column shaft splines.
3. Install the new jacket on the steering column.
4. Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the jacket attaching bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
5. Install the steering column mounting bolts.
1 Tighten the RH bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
2 Tighten the LH bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the ignition lock cylinder case.
7. Install the SIR coil module assembly.
8. Install the column trim covers.
9. Install the steering wheel.
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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.