OEM 2005 Buick LaCrosse Steering Column Seal

2005 Buick LaCrosse Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the intermediate steering column seal on 2005 Buick LaCrosse?

  A: The first step to change the intermediate steering shaft seal requires turning off the ignition then removing the key for Steering Column lock. Remove the intermediate shaft seal from the Steering Column while performing the removal of the intermediate shaft pinch bolt from the intermediate shaft. Follow steps to disconnect the Steering Column from the intermediate shaft. Then lower the shaft with care while documenting alignment positions for assembly. After collapsing the intermediate shaft collapse collapse its clearance space you must trim the surrounding insulation until you can reach the inner seal bolts before removing these bolts. The vehicle does not need an intermediate shaft removal. Inside the vehicle remove the intermediate shaft seal as your next step. Placing the intermediate shaft seal on the intermediate shaft within the vehicle allows the installation of the intermediate shaft to the Steering Column according to the noted positions during removal. Attach the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt then torque it to 48 nm (35 ft. Lbs.). Screw and tighten the intermediate shaft seal bolts applying 3 nm of torque (27 inch lbs. Of torque). Follow these steps to connect the intermediate shaft seal to the Steering Column while rotating the lower seal to set accurate shaft to seal spacing before attaching the lower intermediate shaft seal to the steering gear.