Steering System: Column: Installation
- Install the steering column through the steering column opening.
- Raise the column onto the mounting studs and install the two mounting nuts (1) on the studs and install the mounting bolts (1).NOTE:
Verify that the tilt lever is in the unlocked position prior to tightening the steering column fasteners.
- Install two column mounting bolts (1). Tighten all 4 column fasteners to the proper torque specification. Refer to COLUMN, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .NOTE:
A new intermediate shaft coupling bolt (3) must be installed every time the bolt is removed.
- Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
- Slide the intermediate shaft (1) onto the steering gear pinion shaft (2).
- Install a NEW
intermediate shaft coupling bolt (3) and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to COLUMN, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Clip the gap hider (1) onto the IP, and install the two gap hider fasteners (2).
- Install knee blocker air bag, if equipped. Refer to AIR BAG, KNEE BLOCKER, INSTALLATION .
- Confirm that:
- The front wheels are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
- The turn signal stalk is in the NEUTRAL position.
- Connect wiring harness connectors (1) at the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM).
- Install the driver airbag. Refer to AIR BAG, DRIVER, INSTALLATION .
- Install the upper and lower column shrouds over the column assembly. Refer to SHROUD, STEERING COLUMN, UPPER, INSTALLATION .WARNING:
Do not connect the battery ground cable without following the proper procedure as indicated in the following step. Personal injury or death may result if the Airbag System Test is not performed first.
- Connect the negative battery cable then perform the Airbag System Test, found in Restraints. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
- Test the operation of all column mounted components. If applicable, reset the radio and the clock as necessary.
- Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the steering system.