Steering Column, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

-- Checking the steering column for damage. Refer to STEERING COLUMN, CHECKING FOR DAMAGE 

-- Engage the steering column -2- in the assembly aids on the bracket -1- at the top and bottom.

-- Align steering column to mounting bracket and install.

Applies to Vehicles with Anti-Theft Protection

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-- Set the bolt -2- with the anti-theft protection lower section -1- in the installation position and tighten.

-- Drive the anti-theft protection upper section -3- flush into the anti-theft protection lower section using a plastic mallet.

Applies to All

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-- Tighten the upper steering column bolts -arrows-.

-- Tighten the lower steering column bolts -arrows-.

-- Mount the flat part on the universal joint -1- onto the flat part of the steering gear -2-.

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• The opening on the steering gear must exactly align with the round hole for the bolt -arrows-.

• Clean the threaded hole (for example, using a thread tap) before installing the new bolt -1-.

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• After installing the steering column switch module, the Steering Angle Sensor -G85- must be calibrated by starting the respective program on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.