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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 14 (STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base

Installation Procedure

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Column Assembly

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Install the steering column to the vehicle and connect the column to the intermediate shaft.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the steering column mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Steering Column & Upper Intermediate Shaft

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Install the intermediate shaft bolt to the steering column.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Connect the wiring harness connector to the back of the fuse block.
Connect the steering column electrical connector to the body wiring harness.
Reposition the transfer case electronic control module bracket and install the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Install the transfer case electronic control module. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Module Replacement .

Fig 3: View Of Floor Air Outlet Duct

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Connect the HVAC duct (3).
Install the knee bolster deflector. Refer to Steering Column Bracket Replacement .

Fig 4: Identifying J 42640

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Unlock the steering column by removing J 42640 from the lower trim cover access hole.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

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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.