Steering Column (Column Shift): Installation
- Aligning lower stub shaft with lower coupling, insert stub shaft. Raise column assembly into position onto 5 studs. Loosely install nuts and washers in breakaway capsules. Pull column rearward. Tighten nuts to 105 INCH lbs. (12 N.m).
- Using needle nose pliers, pull coupling spring upward until it touches "U" joint flange. From rod side of lever and using pliers and back-up washer to snap the grommet into place, install new grommet to shift lever. Use a multipurpose grease to aid installation.
- Connect gearshift cable rod to shift lever by snapping rod into grommet with pliers. Adjust linkage. Place steering wheel on shaft with master splines aligned. Place damper assembly inside steering wheel (if equipped). Install steering wheel retaining nut. Tighten to 45 ft. lbs. (61 N.m).
- Install horn pad assembly. Refer to appropriate HORN BUTTON & STEERING WHEEL article in the STEERING section as listed below. Connect wiring connectors at steering column jacket. Connect battery negative cable. Test operation of lights and horn.
- On models with A/T, install gearshift indicator pointer. Slowly move gearshift lever from "LOW" position to "PARK" position, pausing briefly at each selector position. Loosen and readjust to align pointer with each position (if necessary). Install instrument panel steering column cover.