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Tilt Spring - Assemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift)

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  1. Lubricate the spring guide with synthetic grease.
  2. Install the spring guide into the tilt spring (2).
    Fig 1: Spring Guide
    G01720377Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    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.
  3. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column support assembly (2) and onto the steering column tilt head assembly by using the following procedure:
    1. 3.1. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column tilt head assembly.
    2. 3.2. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
      3. Fig 2: Tilt Spring Assembly
      G01720378Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the tilt knob.
  5. Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift)  or Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle (Floor Shift)  .
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