Removal & Installation: Notes

CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.

CAUTION: The column may easily be disassembled and reassembled. To ensure the energy-absorbing action, it is important that only the specified fasteners be used as designated and that they are tightened to the specified torque. Apply a thin coat of lithium grease to all friction points when reassembling. When the column assembly is removed from the car, take special care in handling it. The plastic fasteners which maintain column rigidity can be sheared or loosened by using a steering wheel puller other than the one recommended in this manual, striking sharply on the end of the steering shaft, leaning on the assembly or dropping the assembly.