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Steering Column - Installation







STEERING COLUMN

1. If the steering column is being replaced, assemble components on the steering column as necessary before column installation.Assembly




NOTE: When installing a tilt column, do not release the tilt lever from the locked position until after the column is installed on the instrument panel.

2. Install the steering column through the steering column opening.
3. Raise the steering column (2) onto the mounting studs and install the mounting nuts (1) on the studs. Starting with the left upper nut and proceeding in a clockwise tightening sequence, tighten all four mounting nuts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).




4. Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
5. Collapse the intermediate shaft (2). Center it over the shaft extension (3), lining up the ends, then slide the intermediate shaft onto the shaft extension.
6. Install the intermediate shaft coupling bolt (1). Tighten the bolt to 42 Nm (31 ft. lbs.).




7. Install the wiring harness routing clips (1) on the bottom of the steering column.
8. Connect the wiring harness connectors to the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM).
9. Connect any other the wiring harness connectors.




10. If equipped, connect the wiring harness connector (1) to the adjustable pedals switch (3).




11. Push the tilt lever (3) downward (released position).
12. Position the column tilt at the full-upward position.
13. Install the lower shroud (4) over the tilt lever and onto the column.
14. Install the screw (2) attaching the lower shroud (4) to the steering column.
15. Position the upper shroud on the column.
16. Clip the shrouds to one another.
17. Install the two screws (1) attaching the lower shroud to the upper shroud.
18. Push the tilt lever upward, locking the column in place.

CAUTION: When installing the steering wheel, the clockspring must be centered in its travel to avoid overextending the clockspring inner parts, causing the clockspring to become inoperative. If removed and handled properly using the correct procedures, it should be in the "centered" position at this time. If there is any question as to whether the clockspring is in the "centered" position of travel, perform the clockspring centering procedure before proceeding to avoid damaging clockspring. Procedures





19. Line up the steering wheel (4) with the steering shaft and install the steering wheel.
20. Install the steering wheel retaining bolt (3). Tighten the steering wheel retaining bolt to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).Installation




21. Connect the wiring connector (2) at the clockspring.




22. Install the driver airbag (1).Driver Airbag - Installation

WARNING: Do not connect the battery ground cable without following the proper procedure as indicated in the following step. Personal injury or death may result if the Airbag System Test is not performed first.

23. Reconnect the battery ground terminal following the appropriate procedure. Service Precautions





24. If the steering column being installed requires the installation of a shaft lock module, perform the following:
a. If not present, insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder. This will move the shaft lock module locking bolt to the unlocked position. Leave the key in the lock cylinder while the shaft lock module service is being completed.
b. Make sure the wiring harness connector is properly connected to the module.
c. Align the engagement and slide tabs (2) on the shaft lock module housing (1) with the slots and channels in the mounting bracket (3) on the steering column.
d. Carefully slide the module toward the top (steering wheel end) of the column until it is in mounted position and the spring clips on the module have engaged the bracket, locking it in place.

NOTE: If a NEW module has been installed, a NEW Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) must also be installed, then a diagnostic scan tool MUST be used to initialize the new module before the vehicle can be operated. .





25. Install the steering column cover reinforcement (2) using the four mounting screws (3, 4).




26. Install the steering column opening cover and instrument panel end cap.Steering Column Opening Cover - Installation
27. Test the operation of the all column mounted components. If applicable, reset the radio and the clock as necessary.
28. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the steering system.
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