Steering Column: Installation
- Measure steering column to ensure length is 27.08-27.17" (688-690 mm). Position steering wheel lock on column so lock upper edge is 3.8" (97 mm) from upper edge of steering column. See Figure .
- Place rubber seal on column and insert column through firewall. Make sure both plastic guides are in position on the dashboard and install bolts loosely in upper and lower attachments.
- Adjust column position. Steering wheel lock should protrude from dashboard 0.53 - 0.65" (13.5 - 16.5 mm) when measured at key position "111" at the lock. Check for binding and rubbing, and adjust dashboard beam if necessary. Tighten lower bolts to 15-22 ft.lbs. (20-30 N.m).
- Install switch bracket. Make sure to use one of mounting screws as a ground. Install race and spring for upper race. Install turn signal, wiper switch and ignition switch. Connect horn wire lead.
- Replace column covers after tightening upper bolts until heads shear off. Install steering wheel and tighten nut to 33-55 ft.lbs. (45-75 N.m). Tighten lower column clamp bolt in engine compartment to 15-22 ft.lbs. (20-30 N.m).NOTE: Rattling in steering column can be corrected by placing 1 or 2 flat washers between steering wheel and upper bearing spring.