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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the steering column (1) into the vehicle.
  2. Install the 2 bolts to the upper support bracket. Do not fully tighten the bolts at this time.
  3. Install the bolts (7) and nuts to the lower support bracket (4). Do not fully tighten the bolts at this time.
  4. Install the steering column intermediate shaft (5) to the steering rack.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the pinch bolt to the intermediate shaft (5).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the pinch bolt and nut to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

    CAUTION: In order to ensure the intended function of the steering column in a vehicle during a crash and In order to avoid personal Injury to the driver, perform the following:
    • Tighten the steering column lower fasteners before you tighten the steering column upper fasteners. Failure to do this can damage the steering column.
    • Tighten the steering column fasteners to the specified torque. Overtightening the upper steering column fasteners could affect the steering column collapse.
  6. Align the column with the instrument panel opening.

    Place a small shim (wedge) between the instrument panel column support bracket. This will hold the column stationary while you tighten the upper support bolts.

    Tighten 

    • Tighten the lower and upper column support bolts and nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
    • Tighten the lower bracket-to-column screws to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
  7. Connect the 48-way connector.
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Column, Lower Support Bracket & Nuts
    G01651685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the theft deterrent wiring harness connector (8).
  9. Connect the ignition wiring connector (3).
  10. Install the IP steering column reinforcement plate and knee bolster. Refer to KNEE BOLSTER REINFORCEMENT REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  11. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to AIR BAG MODULES .
  12. Connect the negative battery cable.
  13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.
    Fig 2: Connecting Ignition Wiring & Theft Deterrent Wiring Harness Connector
    G01651686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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