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Installation Procedure

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WARNING: In order to ensure the intended function of the steering column in a vehicle during a crash and in order to avoid personal injury to the driver, perform the following:
  • Tighten the steering column lower fasteners before you tighten the steering column upper fasteners. Failure to do this can damage the steering column.
  • Tighten the steering column fasteners to the specified torque. Overtightening the upper steering column fasteners could affect the steering column collapse.
  1. Install the column to the vehicle.
    CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  2. Install the nuts retaining the column to the IP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the support bolts and the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Column & Nuts To Retain Column
    G01687925Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the steering column electrical connectors.
    Fig 2: Installing Steering Column Electrical Connectors
    G01687926Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the steering column to the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  5. Remove the J 42640  from the lower steering column shroud access hole.
    Fig 3: Removing J 42640 From Lower Steering Column Shroud Access Hole
    G01687927Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the shift cable (1) to the steering column.
  7. Install the left knee bolster trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - KNEE BOLSTER .
  8. Install the left knee bolster. Refer to KNEE BOLSTER REPLACEMENT - LEFT .
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to ACTIVATING SYSTEM .
    Fig 4: Installing Shift Cable To Steering Column
    G01687928Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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