OEM 2005 Chevrolet Equinox Steering Shaft

2005 Chevrolet Equinox Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the intermediate steering shaft on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox?

  A: Begin by locking the Steering Column to guard against sir system damage prior to setting the wheel at a 90-degree angle and removing the key. Move onward by first removing the intermediate Steering Shaft to steering gear pinch bolt (this piece will get discarded) and next extract the intermediate shaft seal from its body panel position. Operation of the intermediate Steering Shaft should be combined with safety procedures to disconnect it from the steering gear before marking the link points to the Steering Column. The vehicle assembly requires the Steering Column pinch bolt removal (throwing it away) along with intermediate Steering Shaft separation at the Steering Column to extract the assembly outside the vehicle. After purchasing a new intermediate shaft, you should transfer the pre-scribed alignment marks to the new component before installing it back into the vehicle. After aligning an intermediate Steering Shaft to the steering gear install a fresh lower intermediate shaft pinch bolt before tightening it to 34 nm (25 ft. Lbs.). Connection of the Steering Shaft occurs after a proper lining-up of its pre-marked section with the Steering Column's mark. When replacing the intermediate shaft without built-in alignment marks follow this procedure by positioning the road wheels straight forward which allows you to align the Steering Column shaft notch to 12 o'clock and then connect the intermediate shaft to the Steering Column. Secure the new upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt with 34 nm (25 ft. Lbs.) torque setting before seating the intermediate shaft seal into the body panel.