Installation Procedure
1. If you are replacing the steering column or the intermediate steering shaft, copy the match marks from the old parts to the
new parts.
Caution: Do NOT allow the wiring harness to be pinched between the motor/module assembly and the steering column during
installation. A pinched harness will cause diagnostic trouble codes to be set and may require replacement of the steering
column.
2. Position the steering column assembly
(1) in the vehicle.
3. Align the match marks and connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear pinion shaft.
Warning: In order to ensure the intended function of the steering column in a vehicle during a crash and in order to avoid
personal injury to the driver, perform the following:
• Tighten the steering column lower fasteners before you tighten the steering column upper fasteners. Failure to do this
can damage the steering column.
• Tighten the steering column fasteners to the specified torque. Overtightening the upper steering column fasteners could
affect the steering column collapse.
Caution: Ensure all fasteners are securely seated before applying needed torque. Failure to do so may result in component
damage or malfunctioning of steering column.
4. Install, but do not tighten, the 2
steering column upper support bracket nuts
(1,
2).
Steering
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