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Installation Procedure

  1. Verify the front tires are in the straight ahead position.
  2. If you are replacing the steering column, copy the match marks from the old column to the new column and transfer any parts as necessary.
  3. Install the steering angle sensor to the steering column shaft. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Replacement .
  4. Position the steering column in the vehicle.
    5. NOTE:

    Provide support for the steering column assembly. Do not let the steering column assembly hang unsupported.

  5. Align the match marks and carefully connect the steering shaft coupling to the steering column shaft. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
    6. Fig 1: Steering Column Assembly Lower Bracket Bolt
    GM1768916Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    NOTE:

    Hand tighten all steering column support bracket bolts before tightening the bolts to the specifications.

  6. Install the steering column assembly lower bracket bolt and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
    7. Fig 2: Steering Column Assembly Upper Bracket Bolts
    GM1768917Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the upper bracket bolts and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  8. Install the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement (NVH) .
  9. Center the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Airbag Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering .
  10. Install the steering wheel inflatable restraint module coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement .
  11. Install the windshield wiper and washer switch. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement .
  12. Install the turn signal multifunction switch. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement .
  13. Install the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement .
  14. Install the following components. Refer to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement .
    1. The steering column upper trim cover
    2. The steering column lower trim cover
    3. The driver knee bolster
    4. The hood primary latch release cable handle
    5. The steering wheel
    6. The steering wheel inflatable restraint module
  15. Connect the electrical connectors as necessary.
  16. Perform the steering angle sensor centering procedure. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering .
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