Steering - Installing Column to Instrument Panel Studs
File In Section: 02 - SteeringBulletin No.: 99-02-32-009
Date: October, 1999
INFORMATION
Subject:
Installing Steering Column to Instrument Panel (IP) Studs
With/Without a Bevel
Models:
1997-2000 Buick Park Avenue
2000 Buick LeSabre
1998-2000 Cadillac Seville
2000 Cadillac DeVille
2000 Pontiac Bonneville
The intent of this bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the steering column assembly to the instrument panel (IP).
The original equipment IP steering column mounting studs (1 and 2) can be identified by having a shoulder which may or may not be beveled.
In addition to following the applicable Service Manual Steering Column Replacement Procedure, it is recommended that a visual inspection be performed to ensure that the steering column upper and lower support brackets fit cleanly over the stud shoulders prior to installing the stud nuts and again after tightening the stud nuts.