Steering Column - Installation

LEFT-HAND DRIVE






NOTE: When installing a tilt column, do not release the tilt lever from the locked position until after the column is installed on the instrument panel.

1. Install the steering column through the steering column opening.
2. Raise the column onto the mounting studs and install the three mounting nuts (1) on the studs and the one bolt (2).






NOTE: When tightening the fasteners in the following step, make sure there is no gap between the column flange and the instrument panel support at bolt (4).

3. Starting with the left upper nut and proceeding in a clockwise tightening sequence ending at the bolt (left lower), tighten all four mounting fasteners to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).





4. Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
5. Collapse the intermediate shaft (2). Center the intermediate shaft coupling (1) over the steering gear pinion shaft (3), then slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering gear pinion shaft.
6. Install the intermediate shaft coupling bolt (2). Tighten the bolt to 42 Nm (31 ft. lbs.).
7. Position the sound deadening insulation and floor carpet back into place.





8. If equipped, Install the clutch pedal blocker (1) using three mounting screws.





9. Push the tilt lever (4) downward (released position).
10. Install the lower shroud over the tilt lever and onto the column.
11. Install the upper shroud onto the lower shroud, clipping the shrouds to one another.
12. Install the three screws (1, 2, 5) attaching the lower shroud to the steering column.
13. Snap the gap hider clips (3) into the lower shroud.
14. Position the column tilt at the full-upward position.
15. Push the tilt lever (4) upward, locking the column in place.






CAUTION: When installing the steering wheel, the clockspring must be centered in its travel to avoid overextending the clockspring inner parts, causing the clockspring to become inoperative. If removed and handled properly using the correct procedures, it should be in the "centered" position. If there is any question as to whether the clockspring is in the "centered" position of travel, perform the clockspring centering procedure before proceeding. Procedures .

NOTE: Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt, a new bolt must be used every time.

16. Install the steering wheel (2) and a NEW retaining bolt (4). Tighten the steering wheel retaining bolt to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.) Installation.





17. Connect the wiring connector (2) at the clockspring.





18. Install the driver airbag (2). Driver Air Bag - Installation

WARNING: Do not connect the battery ground cable without following the proper procedure as indicated in the following step. Personal injury or death may result if the Airbag System Test is not performed first.

19. Reconnect the battery ground terminal following the Airbag System Test found in Restraints . Component Tests and General Diagnostics




20. If the steering column being installed requires the installation of a shaft lock module, perform the following:
a. If not present, insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder. This will move the shaft lock module locking bolt to the unlocked position. Leave the key in the lock cylinder while the shaft lock module service is being completed.
b. Make sure the wiring harness connector is properly connected to the module.
c. Align the engagement and slide tabs (2) on the shaft lock module housing (1) with the slots and channels in the mounting bracket (3) on the steering column.
d. Carefully slide the module toward the top (steering wheel end) of the column until it is in mounted position and the spring clips on the module have engaged the bracket, locking it in place.

NOTE: If a NEW shaft lock module has been installed, a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) must also be installed, then a diagnostic scan tool MUST be used to initialize the new module before the vehicle can be operated (perform WIN Verification Test). RF Hub Initialization






21. Install the steering column cover reinforcement (1) using the four mounting screws (2).
22. Install the steering column opening cover Steering Column Opening Cover - Installation.
23. Test the operation of the all column mounted components. If applicable, reset the radio and the clock as necessary.
24. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the steering system.