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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Ignition Housing & Multi-Function Bracket
    GM931160Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Ensure that the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Position the ignition switch to the housing. Tighten the screws until seated.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ignition screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  4. Pre-assemble the lock housing and multi-function lever bracket. Hand-tighten the bolts, leaving approximately 3.2 mm (0.125 in) gap at the bolt ends.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lock tab fully engages into the column slot.
  5. Slide the bracket onto the column.
  6. Fig 2: View Of Lock Housing Bolts
    GM928840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Hand tighten the lower bolt until snug.
  8. Hand tighten the upper bolt until snug.
  9. Tighten the lower bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in)

  10. Tighten the upper bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in)

  11. Fig 3: View Of Park Lock Cable Assembly & Ignition Module
    GM944454Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Snap the ignition lock cable onto the ignition module.
  13. Connect the ignition switch electrical connector
  14. Fig 4: View Of Ignition Housing Electrical Connectors
    GM928832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Connect the ignition housing electrical connectors.
  16. Fig 5: View Of Multifunction Lever
    GM928835Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that both locking tabs are seated.
  17. Install the multi-function levers.
  18. Fig 6: View Of Steering Column Upper & Lower Shrouds Panels
    GM898184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the upper and lower shrouds.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shroud screws to 4 N.m (35 lb in)

  20. Install the lock cylinder bezel.
  21. Install the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in SIR.
  22. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  23. Install the SIR module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.