Steering Column, Removing And Installing: Installing

Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:

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

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-- Align steering column to mounting bracket and install.

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

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-- 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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WARNING:

Using the installed bolt -1-, make sure the universal joint is seated correctly by pulling it. Then tighten the bolt.

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.