Turn Signal & Hazard Flasher Switches: Installation
- To install, wrap ends of wires with tape. Guide wires through opening at lower left side of bearing housing (tilt column), out lower end of shift lever housing and under dash.
- Place signal switch in position. Install screws. Tighten screws to 36 INCH lbs. (4 N.m). On models with tilt column, align openings in signal switch cover with proper lever positions. Using plastic hammer, tap cover into place.
- Install tilt release lever. Install A/T selector dial, pointer, dial illumination light and cap (if equipped). On all models, install turn signal switch lever and hazard warning knob.
- Bend wire harness connector tabs from each wire before installing in half-moon connector. Install each wire in original position. Reconnect signal switch harness.
- Snap wire harness protector into column retaining slots. Install signal canceling cam and spring. Install steering wheel and column-to-instrument panel trim plate (if equipped).
- On models with standard column, feed connector and protector cover down through housing and under mounting bracket. On models with tilt column, feed connector down through housing. Install protector cover.CAUTION: Use only specified screws. Using screws that are too long may prevent column from compressing under impact.
- On all columns, install 3 switch mounting screws. Clip connector to bracket. Install trim panel, hazard warning knob and directional signal lever.
- Ensure switch is in neutral position and hazard warning switch is pulled outward. Install thrust washer, upper bearing preload spring and canceling cam. Place lock plate on end of shaft.
- Using Plate Compressor (J-23653-A), compress lock plate. Install new snap ring on steering shaft. Install cover on lock plate. Snap cover into position. Install steering wheel.