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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2010HHR L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN JACKET REPLACEMENT
2010 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2L
Steering Column Jacket Replacement
2010 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2LSECTION Steering Column Jacket Replacement
Steering Column Jacket Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the ignition lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement (Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement).
2. Remove the steering column and jacket assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Steering Column Replacement).
3. Use a vise in order to hold the steering column. Clamp on the lower mounting bolt hole with the bolt hole sleeve in the horizontal position.
4. Ensure the steering wheel alignment mark at the top of the steering column jacket shaft is in the 12 o'clock position.
5. Remove the 3 steering column jacket bolts.
6. Remove the steering column jacket from the steering column.
Installation Procedure
1. Clean the steering column shaft splines with a lint-free towel. Ensure the steering column shaft splines are free of dirt and debris.
Note: A new steering column jacket comes with lubricant.
2. Apply 2 grams (0.07 oz) of lubricant to the steering column shaft splines.
3. Position the new steering column jacket on the steering column.
4. Ensure the steering wheel alignment mark at the top of the steering column jacket shaft is in the 12 o'clock position.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
5. Install the steering column bolts and tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb in).
6. Remove the steering column and jacket assembly from the vise.
7. Install the steering column and jacket assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Steering Column Replacement).
8. Install the ignition lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement (Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement).
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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.