Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing & Jacket - Assemble - Lean Shaft

Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift Lean Shaft)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important: Replace the steering column support assembly (1) if the steering column support assembly (1) has been staked 3 times.





1. Attach the steering column support assembly (1) to the steering column jacket assembly (3) with 4 TORX (R) head screws (2).
- Tighten the screws to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).





2. Install the steering column shaft assembly (2) into the steering column tilt head assembly (1).





3. Install the steering column shaft assembly with the steering column tilt head assembly (1) into the steering column jacket assembly (2).
4. Maneuver the tilt knob and push the steering column tilt head assembly (1) up towards the steering column in order to lock the steering wheel lock shoes in place.





5. Lubricate the pivot pins (1) with lithium grease.
6. Firmly seat each pivot pin (1) into the steering column tilt head assembly.
7. Stake the steering column support assembly in 3 locations around each pivot pin.





8. Install the adapter and bearing assembly (1) onto the steering column jacket assembly by performing the following steps:
8.1. Align the tab on the adapter and bearing assembly (1) with the slot in the steering column jacket assembly.
8.2. Push the adapter and bearing assembly (1) onto the steering column shaft assembly until the tab snaps into the slot.





9. Install the dual triangle sensor assembly (2) onto the steering column jacket assembly (3).
10. Install the sensor retainer (1) onto the steering column jacket assembly (3).
11. Install the linear shift and the automatic transmission shift lock control only.
12. Install the tilt spring only.
13. Install the electronic lock module assembly.
14. Install the steering column into the vehicle.
15. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.