Steering Column: Installation
- Install steering column into steering column access opening in lower instrument panel. Connect all wiring harness electrical connectors. Align slots in mounting brackets on steering column with studs in instrument panel. Attach column onto instrument panel by first installing upper mounting nuts. DO NOT tighten nuts at this time. Install lower mounting nuts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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- If vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle, connect automatic transaxle ignition interlock cable onto steering column by pushing end of cable into back side of ignition cylinder housing until it snaps into place. Install steering column shaft to lower coupling by turning steering wheel end of shaft until missing spline area on end of shaft faces straight up.
- Install upper and lower steering column shrouds and center instrument panel outlet bezel. Install cover onto instrument panel. Install and center clockspring. Install steering wheel and tighten steering wheel nut to specification. Connect air bag module wiring and horn switch. Install air bag module ensuring no wires are pinched. Install and tighten air bag module bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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- Connect negative battery cable. Check operation of all steering column operated components. Road test vehicle to ensure proper operation of steering column.
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Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.