Steering column ASSY: Installation

1. Install the steering column ASSY into the instrument panel reinforcement ASSY with the two nuts and new bolts.

   Standard value: T=40N.m {408kgf.cm} {29.5ft.lbf}

   CAUTION: Be careful not to pinch the wiring harness between the body.
2. Connect the two connectors to the power steering computer ASSY.
   Fig 1: Connecting Connectors To Power Steering Computer ASSY

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3. Install the wiring harness clamp onto the power steering computer ASSY.

1. Pass the steering intermediate shaft ASSY No. 2 through the hole in the body from the vehicle interior side.
2. Line up the alignment marks and connect the steering intermediate shaft ASSY No. 2 to the steering gear ASSY.
   Fig 2: Locating Steering Intermediate Shaft ASSY Bolt

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3. Attach a new bolt.

   Standard value: T=35N.m {357kgf.cm} {26ft.lbf}

4. Line up the alignment marks and connect the steering intermediate shaft ASSY No. 2 to the steering column ASSY.
   Fig 3: Locating Steering Intermediate Shaft ASSY Bolt

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5. Attach a new bolt.

   Standard value: T=35N.m {357kgf.cm} {25.8ft.lbf}

6. Engage the four tabs and install the dust shield to the vehicle.

1. Install the turn signal switch ASSY W/Steering roll connector onto the steering column ASSY when the clamp is loose.
2. Engage the tabs on the turn signal switch ASSY W/Steering roll connector with the steering column ASSY and tighten the clamp.
3. Connect each connector to the turn signal switch ASSY W/Steering roll connector.

1. Engage the two tabs and install the steering column cover UPR.

1. Engage the six tabs and install the steering column cover LWR.
2. Install the two screws into the steering column cover LWR.

1. Engage the 4 tabs and install the steering column cover support.

Standard value: T=6.0N.m {61kgf.cm} {4.43ft.lbf}