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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Steering Column Nuts
    GM2910043Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:
    • The upper intermediate steering shaft will not disengage from the steering column entirely until the steering column is removed from the vehicle.When installing the steering column, align the upper intermediate steering shaft with the steering column shaft while positioning the steering column in the vehicle.
    • Ensure the match marks on the upper intermediate steering shaft and steering column are aligned.
  1. Install Steering Column (2)
  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the steering column nuts (1) and tighten in the sequence shown to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  4. Connect the steering column electrical connectors.
  5. Fig 2: Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt
    GM3309027Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Fully connect the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) to the steering column.
  7. Before continuing, ensure the bearings in the intermediate steering shaft boots are positioned correctly and moving freely.
  8. Install Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (1)
    1. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  9. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (1) Tighten 36 N.m (27 lb ft)
  10. Release the steering wheel from the method that was used to minimize movement.
  11. Fig 3: Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Outer Deflector
    GM2826737Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement (2)Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement
  13. Fig 4: Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
    GM2809744Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Install Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch (1)Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement
  15. Fig 5: Turn Signal Switch
    GM2809749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Install Turn Signal Switch (1)Turn Signal Switch Replacement 
  17. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
  18. NOTE:

    In order to relearn the steering column soft and hard stops, the steering column MUST be mounted and fastened and the steering column upper and lower trim covers CANNOT be installed.

  19. After installation and before the steering column upper and lower trim covers are installed, relearn the soft and hard stops. Steering Column Tilt Wheel and Telescope Control Module Learn 
  20. Fig 6: Steering Column Lower Trim Cover
    GM2815559Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  21. Install Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (2)Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement 
  22. Fig 7: Steering Column Upper Trim Cover
    GM3136501Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  23. Install Steering Column Upper Trim Cover (2) Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement 
  24. { If equipped } (ULS) Program the steering column lock control module. Control Module References
  25. Center the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering