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Installation Procedure

    CAUTION:

    Do NOT allow the wiring harness to be pinched between the motor/module assembly and the steering column during installation. A pinched harness will cause diagnostic trouble codes to be set and may require replacement of the steering column.

    NOTE:

    If replacing the steering column, copy the match marks from the old column to the new column.

  1. Position the steering column assembly in the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Steering Column Upper Support Bracket
    GM2810787Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    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.
    CAUTION:

    Ensure all fasteners are securely seated before applying needed torque. Failure to do so may result in component damage or malfunctioning of steering column.

  2. Install, but do not tighten, the 2 steering column upper support bracket bolts (1).
    3. Fig 2: Steering Column Lower Support Bracket
    GM2810784Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install, but do not tighten, the 2 steering column lower support bracket bolts (1).
    4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Tighten the 2 steering column lower support bracket bolts (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  5. Tighten the 2 steering column upper support bracket bolts (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  6. Connect any electrical connections previously disconnected.
  7. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (NJ1)  or Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (N40) .
  8. Install the left side floor front air outlet duct. Refer to Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side .
  9. Install the instrument panel knee bolster. Refer to Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Buick) .
  10. Install the steering column lower trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement (Buick) .
  11. Set up the power steering control module. Refer to Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup .
  12. Center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering .
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