Tilt Spring - Assemble - Off Vehicle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Montana, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 2002 Chevrolet Venture. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lubricate the spring guide or tilt spring with synthetic grease.
Install the spring guide to the tilt spring.

Fig 1: Installing Spring Guide
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CAUTION: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.

Fig 2: Installing Tilt Spring

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Secure the tilt spring (1).
Install the tilt spring (1) to the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS - Assemble - Off Vehicle .
Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .