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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the steering column (1) in the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Steering Column
    GM4644473Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Steering Column Nut (1)» Install and tighten [4x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
    Fig 2: Steering Column Nuts
    GM4644472Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Connect the steering column electrical connectors.
  4. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft (2) @ Steering Column» Install
    Fig 3: Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt
    GM4644471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Ensure the match marks on the upper intermediate steering shaft and steering column are aligned.
  5. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt (1)» Install and tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
    1. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers 
  6. Steering Wheel (2)» Install - Steering Wheel Replacement 
    Fig 4: Steering Wheel
    GM4216932Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Release the steering wheel from the method that was used to minimize movement.
  8. Floor Front Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1)» Install - Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side
    Fig 5: Floor Front Air Outlet Duct - Left Side
    GM4726163Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. {If equipped} Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Bracket (1)» Install - Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Bracket Replacement
    Fig 6: Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Bracket
    GM4726161Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Instrument Panel Knee Bolster (1)» Install - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement
    Fig 7: Instrument Panel Knee Bolster
    GM4726158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. If equipped, install the fuse for the steering column lock control module. The fuse is found in the instrument panel fuse block and is labeled ESCL. Refer to Electrical Center Identification Views and/or Electrical Center Identification Views
  12. If battery was disconnected for steering column install, reconnect battery and wait for all modules to fall asleep. This can be done by closing all vehicle closures (doors, trunk, hood) and waiting for three minutes without actuating any vehicle functions or pushing any buttons.
  13. Perform functionality check of tilt and telescoping features.
  14. Enable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
  15. Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (1)» Install - Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement 
    Fig 8: Steering Column Lower Trim Cover
    GM4726156Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. {If equipped} Program the steering column lock control module. Refer to Control Module References
  17. Center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering
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