Steering Column Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution . CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution . NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedure Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (RPO LS4) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9) . Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement . Remove the left closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side . Remove the steering column filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement . Remove the knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement (Impala) or Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement (Monte Carlo) . Remove the intermediate shaft from the bottom of the steering column. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement . Perform passkey relearn after the ignition lock cylinder has been replaced. Refer to Control Module References .
1	Bolt, Steering Column (Qty: 2) Tip: Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors. Tighten: 24 N.m (18 lb ft)
2	Nut, Steering Column (Qty: 2) Tip: Tighten the steering column bolts first on installation. Tighten: 24 N.m (18 lb ft)
3	Column, Steering