Fixed Column

Fig. 4 Steering Column Installation:

Fig. 5 Steering Column Exploded View:

Refer to Figs. 4 and 5 for component identification.

Removal

1. Remove steering column as described previously.
2. Separate lower steering column U-joint assembly from steering shaft.
3. Remove two screws retaining multi-function switch, then the switch.
4. Remove two lock cylinder housing assembly-to-column outer tube retaining bolts.
5. If equipped remove sensor ring shield, two sensor switch retaining screws, then the switch.
6. Remove and discard spring retainer.
7. Remove spring and sensor ring.
8. Using a suitable tool, remove shaft bearing sleeve.
9. Remove shaft and lock cylinder housing assembly from column tube.
10. Using a suitable tool, pry lower bearing and sleeve from outer tube.

Installation

1. Position lock cylinder housing assembly on the shaft assembly. Install the assemblies into the column tube.
2. Install and torque two lock cylinder housing retaining bolts to 12-21 ft. lbs.
3. Press sleeve and bearing into outer tube until seated to tabs. Ensure sleeve is not deformed.
4. Press shaft sleeve into lower bearing.
5. Install sensor ring, spring and new spring retainer.
6. If equipped, install sensor switch and sensor ring shield.
7. Install U-joint assembly. Torque attaching bolt to 30-42 ft. lbs.
8. Install multi-function switch.
9. Install steering column as described previously.