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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Aligning Manufacturer Match Marks On Lower Shaft
    GM2184305Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. If you are installing a NEW steering column, align the manufacturer match marks (1) on the lower shaft.
  2. If you are installing a NEW steering column, copy the scribe marks from the old column to the new column.
  3. Install the power steering assist motor. Refer to Power Steering Assist Motor Replacement .
  4. Position the steering column in the vehicle.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Steering Column
    GM854962Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Start the steering column lower and upper support bracket bolts.
  7. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  8. Tighten the steering column lower support bracket bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  9. Tighten the right side steering column upper support bracket bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  10. Tighten the left side steering column upper support bracket bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  11. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering column shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  12. Connect any electrical connectors as necessary.
  13. Install the steering column opening filler. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
  14. If equipped with RPO JL4, center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering .