Installation Procedure
- Position the steering column assembly (2) into the vehicle.
- Install the upper steering column bracket bolts (1) to the upper reinforcement assembly.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 (18 lb ft).
- Reconnect the intermediate steering shaft assembly (1) to the steering column.
- Remove J 42640 steering column lock pin from the steering column.
- Turn the steering wheel as needed to gain access to the intermediate steering shaft nut and bolt.
- Install the intermediate steering shaft nut (1) and (2) bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 48 (35 lb ft).
- Connect all the electrical connectors to the instrument panel (I/P) wiring harness.
- Install the driver knee bolster panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
- Install the left instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .