Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle

Tools Required: J 41352  Modular Column Holding Fixture

1. If necessary, install the closeout trim cover (2) onto the upper trim cover (1).
   Fig 1: Installing Closeout Trim Cover

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   CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
2. Install the upper trim cover (1) with the closeout trim cover (2) and secure by using 1 TORX® head screw (3).

   Tighten 

   Tighten the screw to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

   Fig 2: Installing Upper Trim Cover

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3. Install the lower trim cover (1).
4. Connect the lower trim cover (1) to the closeout trim cover.
5. Install 2 pan head tapping screws (2).

   Tighten 

   Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

   Fig 3: Installing Lower Trim Cover

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6. Remove 2 screws from the top piece of J 41352  .
7. Take the column out from J 41352  .
8. Remove the bottom piece of J 41352  from the vise.
   CAUTION: Refer to SIR INFLATOR MODULE COIL CAUTION .
9. Remove the steering column and J 41352  from the vise.
Fig 4: Removing J 41352
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10. Install the steering column into the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement  .
11. Install the steering wheel onto the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement  .
12. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle  .
13. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to ACTIVATING SYSTEM .