Removal And Installation: Installation
- If removed, position the bulkhead bearing to the bulkhead, then install the two bulkhead bearing bolts (1) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to COLUMN, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Carefully guide the steering column shaft through the bulkhead, then connect the steering column lock module wire harness connector (1).
- Position the steering column mounting holes over the steering column studs and start the four steering column nuts (1) finger tight.CAUTION:
Lower nuts must be installed and tightened first then the upper nuts in order to prevent damage to the capsules.
- Reconnect the upper end of the intermediate shaft to the steering column shaft. Refer to SHAFT, INTERMEDIATE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Tighten the four steering column nuts (1) to the proper specification. Refer to COLUMN, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Secure the wiring harness routing clip (2) to the steering column.
- Install the gap hider. Refer to GAP HIDER, STEERING COLUMN SHROUD, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Install the steering wheel. Refer to WHEEL, STEERING, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Install the coolant bottle. Refer to BOTTLE, PRESSURIZED COOLANT, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION - 2.0L and BOTTLE, PRESSURIZED COOLANT, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION - 3.6L .
- Connect the negative battery cable(s). Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .