Installation Procedure
Steering Column (2) - Install
- Steering Column Nut (1) - Install and hand tighten [4x]
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CAUTION:Refer to Fastener Caution .
Steering Column Nut (1) - Tighten in sequence [4x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
- Connect the steering column electrical connectors.
- Align the relationship marks made between the steering column and the upper intermediate steering shaft during removal.
Fully connect the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) to the steering column.
- Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (1) @ Steering Column - Install and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
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- CAUTION:
The anti-rotation pin must be removed from the steering column before installing the steering wheel. Ensure that the steering wheel bolt is torqued to specification during steering wheel installation. Over torquing the steering wheel bolt can result in damage to the steering column rivets which will disable the telescoping mechanism. If the steering column rivets are damaged, a new steering column must be installed.
Remove the device used to prevent steering column rotation.
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- If equipped, install the fuse for the steering column lock control module. The fuse is found in the instrument panel fuse block and is labeled ESCL. Electrical Center Identification Views
- Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
- Program the steering column lock control module. Control Module References
- Center the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering
- If the battery was disconnected for steering column replacement, wait for all modules to fall asleep. This can be done by closing all vehicle closures (doors, trunk, hood) and waiting for three minutes without actuating any vehicle functions or pushing any buttons.
- Perform functionality check of tilt and telescoping features.
Support the steering column while installing the steering column nuts.