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Installation Procedure

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  1. Put the steering column in the uppermost tilted position.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Tilt Spring & Guide
    GM1858834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the spring guide (1) to the tilt spring (2).
  4. Fig 2: View Of Steering Column, Tilt Head & Spring
    GM1858852Courtesy 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.
  5. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column (2) using the following procedure:
    1. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column tilt head (3).
    2. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column (2).
    3. Remove the locking pliers.
  6. Install the steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Shroud Replacement .
  7. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement (without RPO SLT) or Knee Bolster Replacement (with RPO SLT) .