Download 2001 Buick Regal V6-3.8L VIN K Vehicle Level Steering and Suspension Steering Power Steering Pump Service and Repair Power Steering Pump Replacement. Removal Procedure 1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle. 2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine. 3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting . 4. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation. 5. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement. 6. Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement. 7. Remove the power steering mounting bolts from the power steering pump. 8. Remove the power steering pump. 9. Remove the power steering pump reservoir from the power steering pump. 10. Transfer the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement Installation Procedure 1.… Read More

Download TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED Phillips screwdriver 14 mm T-handle wrench T30 TORX wrench Steering wheel puller Service manual Torque wrench Plastic trim tool (T/N: SILTRIMTL10) 10 mm Wrench Adhesive steering wheel offset gage sticker (T/N: 07AAJ-001A300) 1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio and navigation system (if equipped), then write down the audio presets. 2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before you start to install the steering wheel. 3. Remove the access panel from the underside of the driver’s side airbag. 4. Remove the airbag connector from the switch plate. 5. Unplug the airbag connector. Pull the spring-loaded sleeve toward the stop while holding the opposite half of the airbag connector, then pull the airbag connector halves apart. Be sure to pull on the sleeve and not on the harness wires. 6. Remove and discard the two TORX bolts that secure the airbag, and remove the airbag.… Read More

Download 1. Before servicing the vehicle, please familiarize yourself with safety procedures. 2. Remove the axle”to”wheel hub retainer nut and washer. 3. Remove the parking brake shoes. 4. Press the outboard CV”joint until it is loose from the hub. 5. Remove and discard the toe link”to”wheel knuckle nut. 6. Remove the bolt and separate the toe link from the wheel knuckle. 7. Remove and discard the upper arm”to”wheel knuckle nut. 8. Remove the bolt and separate the upper arm from the wheel knuckle. 9. Remove and discard the lower arm”to”wheel knuckle nut. 10. Remove the lower arm”to”wheel knuckle bolt. 11. Remove the wheel knuckle. 12. Using a suitable press, remove and discard the wheel hub. 13. Remove and discard the wheel bearing retainer ring. 14. Using a suitable press, remove the wheel bearing. Fig. Rear hub/bearing Assembly”Aviator, Explorer and Mountaineer Fig. Pressing out the bearing 1. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.… Read More

Download Steering column, assembly WARNING:Special safety precautions and some different procedures apply to vehicles equipped with airbags CAUTION:Before working on the electrical system: Obtain radio anti-theft code. Ignition OFF ! Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap. Note: After reconnecting battery: Activate vehicle equipment such as radio, clock and power windows as per service procedures and/or Owner’s Manual. On vehicles equipped with OBD II, activate readiness code. Refer to Powertrain Management, Computers and Control Systems, Testing and Inspection, Procedures See: Powertrain Management/Computers and Control Systems/Testing and Inspection For further information on the steering column assembly, refer to Steering and Suspension, Steering, Steering Column, Service and Repair. 1.- Horn pad -Removing, Fig. 1 2.- Horn plate -Removing, Fig. 2 3.- 50 ±10 Nm (37 ±7 ft lb) 4.- Steering wheel -Horn contact ring, Fig. 3 -Lubricate horn ring with universal grease 5.- Steering column switch securing screws 6.- Combination switch -Turn signal switch. -E2- -Headlight dimmer/flasher switch -E4- -Emergency flasher switch -E3- -Removing, Fig.… Read More

Download 1. Install a steering wheel holder. NOTE: Ensure the wheels are straight and the steering wheel is centered before removing the steering intermediate shaft by installing a steering wheel holder. 2. Remove the column hole cover silencer sheet. Turn back the floor carpet, remove the 2 clips, and remove the column hole cover silencer sheet. A. Place matchmarks (“a”) on the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and steering column. B. Remove bolt A and detach the No. 2 steering assembly from the steering gear. C. Remove bolt B and detach the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft from the steering column. 4. Remove the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly by removing the clamp and disconnecting the column hole cover from the steering gear. 5. Remove the intermediate shaft. Remove the bolt and disconnect the steering intermediate shaft from the steering gear. 6. Install the NEW intermediate shaft onto the steering gear.… Read More

Download TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips screwdriver 10 mm Combination wrench Flat-tip screwdriver 19 mm T-handle wrench Torque wrench Steering wheel puller T30 and T40 Torx bits INSTALLATION Customer Information: The information in this installation instruction is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and training to correctly and safely add equipment to your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers.” NOTE: After installing the wood-grain steering wheel, you must align the steering wheel spoke angle to the straight ahead position by adjusting the front toe. 1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the radio station presets. 2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait for at least 3 minutes before you start to install the wood trim steering wheel. 3. Pry up on the retaining tabs, and remove the access panel from the underside of the driver’s side airbag.… Read More