Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the support mounting bracket (2).
- Lubricate the new support screws (1) with LOCTITE® 242, GM P/N 123455382 (Canadian P/N 10953489).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install 4 new support screws (1).
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the steering shaft assembly (2) into the steering column jacket assembly.
IMPORTANT: The bearing retainer must be seated correctly on the steering shaft.
- Install the new bearing retainer (1).
- Install the adapter and bearing assembly (3).
- Install the lower bearing seat (4).IMPORTANT: When installing, compress the lower bearing spring (5) to the length of 23.5 mm (0.93 inches) between the lower bearing seat (4) and the lower spring retainer (6).
- Install the lower bearing spring (5).
- Install the new lower spring retainer (6).CAUTION: Refer to SIR INFLATOR MODULE COIL CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the steering column jacket. Refer to Steering Column Jacket Replacement .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.