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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the upper trim cover to the steering column.
  2. Install the lock cylinder. Refer to IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT  .
  3. Install the upper trim cover screws to the steering column.

    Tighten  Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

  4. Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper trim cover.
  5. Tilt the lower trim cover up and slide the lower trim cover until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.
    Fig 1: Engaging Locking Tabs
    G01499418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the screws (1) to the lower trim cover (2).

    Tighten  Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

    Fig 2: Installing Screws To Lower Trim Cover
    G01499419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the tilt lever close out plate.
  8. Install the steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT  .
  9. Install the knee bolster trim panel.
  10. Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
    Fig 3: Installing Tilt Lever Close Out Plate
    G01499420Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.