Install the steering column and the steering shaft

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Upside Down

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Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Turned Right (Correct Position)

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Fig 3: Identifying Steering Shaft & Steering Column

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Install the steering shaft on the steering column
Ensure that the splines on the steering shaft are clean
Lubricate the steering shaft splines and the steering column bearing. Use low temperature grease, P/N 1161417-9 (30 grams).
Lubrication is important to avoid noise from the steering column.

Fig 4: Identifying Steering Column Screws

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NOTE: Check that the rear seat rails are undamaged.