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Steering Column - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Transfer the lower steering column shroud datum to the new steering column.
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  2. Install the nuts (x4) that attach the steering column to the IP carrier.

    15 N.m (11.1 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm socket
    NOTE: Guide the lower steering shaft down through the bulkhead.
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  3. Connect the steering column electrical harness connector, and then secure the harness with clip.
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  4. Secure the steering intermediate shaft dash boot.
    NOTE: Ensure the boot is flush with the dash panel.
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  5. Raise the vehicle to a comfortable working height.
  6. Slide the lower steering column shaft onto the steering rack, and then secure it with bolt.

    30 N.m (22.1 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm socket
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  7. Install the front skidplate. See Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace) .
  8. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace) .
  9. Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
  10. Install the lower instrument panel. See Instrument Panel - Lower (Remove and Replace) .
  11. Install the steering column control module. See MODULE - STEERING COLUMN CONTROL (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  12. Install the steering column lower shroud. See SHROUD - LOWER - STEERING COLUMN (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  13. Install the steering column upper shroud. See Shroud - Upper - Steering Column (Remove and Replace) .
  14. Install the driver knee airbag. See Knee Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace) .
  15. Install the LH center console side panel carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  16. Install the driver inboard footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Inboard - Driver (Remove and Replace) .
  17. Install the driver outboard footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Outboard - Driver (Remove and Replace) .
  18. Install the driver floor mat.
  19. Install the steering yoke/wheel. See Steering Yoke/Wheel (Remove And Replace) .
  20. Install the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace) .
  21. Install the main instrument panel decor. See Decor - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace) .
  22. Install the glove box. See Glove Box (Remove and Replace) .
  23. Install the front passenger knee airbag. See Knee Airbag - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace) .
  24. Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  25. Install the front passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (Remove and Replace) .
  26. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  27. Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  28. Install the RH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  29. Install the RH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  30. Install the front passenger floor mat.
  31. Install the RH instrument panel middle trim. See Trim - Middle - Instrument Panel - RH (Remove and Replace) .
  32. Fasten the tabs (x4) that attach the IP closeout panel.
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  33. Install the touchscreen. See Touchscreen - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  34. Install the instrument panel service panel. See Service Panel - Instrument Panel (Remove and Replace) .
  35. Install the center console phone dock. See Phone Dock - Center Console (Remove and Replace) .
  36. Reconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) .
  37. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  38. Restore the front passenger seat back to its original position.
  39. Calibrate the RH rear door by holding the upper B-pillar button in the down position.
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  40. Install the LH instrument panel middle trim. See Trim - Middle - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  41. Install LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  42. Install the LH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  43. Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  44. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  45. Restore the driver seat back to its original position.
  46. Calibrate the LH rear door by holding the upper B-pillar button in the down position.
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  47. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to be vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect) .
  48. In Toolbox, click the Actions  tab, and then search for STEERING  .
  49. Click STEERING COLUMN CALIBRATION  , and then click Run  . Allow the routine to complete before continuing to the next step.
    NOTE: Click X  at top right of the window to close once complete.
    NOTE: Steering column will run through the full range of motion up/down and in/out during calibration.
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  50. Disconnect the laptop with Toolbox 3 from be vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect) .
  51. Adjust the steering column back to its original position.
  52. Remove the vehicle from the lift.
  53. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  54. Close the LH front door.
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