Steering Column - Installation

INSTALLATION










1. Align and install column (1) into the steering coupler.










2. Install column harness (1) and connect harness to switches.
3. Reroute the shifter interlock cable through the tie straps.










4. Install the column (1) onto the mounting studs (2).
5. Install the two mounting nuts and the two mounting bolts all finger tight.

CAUTION: Lower nuts must be installed and tightened first then the upper nuts in order to prevent damage to the capsules.

6. Tighten the lower mounting nuts to 17 Nm (150 in. lbs.).
7. Tighten the upper mounting nuts to 17 Nm (150 in. lbs.).










8. Install the steering column coupler bolt and tighten to 53 Nm (39 ft. lbs.).
9. Reconnect the shifter interlock cable.
10. Center the clock spring (3) (if necessary) and install it on the column (4) , Clockspring - Installation.










11. Snap together the column shrouds (1AND2) and install the mounting screws.





12. Install the steering column opening cover Kneeblocker - Installation.

NOTE: Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt (a new bolt must be used)

NOTE: Be certain that the steering wheel mounting bolt is tightened to the proper torque specification to ensure proper clockspring operation.

13. Install the steering wheel and tighten bolt to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) Installation. NOTE: If equipped with cruise control, connect clock spring harness to cruise switch harness on the steering wheel.

14. Install the airbag, Driver Air Bag - Installation.
15. Install the negative battery terminal.