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Installation Procedure

  1. GM5549533Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Column Lock Module (1) - Install

  2. GM5549529Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Steering Column Lock Control Module Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications 

  3. GM5608798Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the steering column (1) with the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) attached.

  4. Connect the electrical connectors attached to the steering column.
  5. GM5519911Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column Nut (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications 

  6. GM5519906Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Floor Front Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) - Install

  7. GM5519904Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications

  8. GM5520387Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator (1) - Install

  9. GM5520386Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Lower Insulator Retainer (1) - Install [2x]

  10. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
  11. GM5002171Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) @ Intermediate Steering Shaft - Install

  12. GM5002170Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:

    1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
    2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
    4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
  13. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  14. Mid Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications 
  15. GM5513756Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheelhouse Liner (1) - Install

  16. GM5513753Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications

  17. GM5513751Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications

  18. GM5513749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheelhouse Liner Retainer (2) - Install

  19. NOTE:

    Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.

  20. Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
  21. GM5513747Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications

  22. GM5522093Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    { If equipped } Front Tire Front Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications

  23. Install the left front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Steel Wheel) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Aluminum Wheel)
  24. Remove the device used to prevent steering column rotation.
  25. GM5589938Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (1) - Install

  26. { If equipped } Electrical Connector - Connect
  27. GM5589932Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications

  28. GM5589913Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Turn the steering wheel approximately 90 degrees to the right of the centered position.

  29. Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
  30. GM5589898Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Turn the steering wheel approximately 90 degrees to the left of the centered position.

  31. Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
  32. Turn the steering wheel to the centered position.
  33. GM5527242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Clip the instrument panel steering column opening closeout (2) to the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1).

  34. GM5589884Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Secure the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) to the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover.

  35. GM5517090Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Knee Bolster (1) - Install

  36. GM5517088Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications

  37. Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Handle (1) - Install
  38. GM5517140Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the electrical connectors.

  39. Instrument Panel Switch Trim Plate (2) - Install
  40. Instrument Panel Switch Trim Plate Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
  41. GM5517141Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the electrical connectors.

  42. Instrument Panel Trim Pad (2) - Install
  43. Instrument Panel Trim Pad Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
  44. GM5517142Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique (1) - Install

  45. GM5517144Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover (1) - Install

  46. GM5515686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Outer Filler (1) - Install

  47. Program the column lock module. Control Module References