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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt To Steering Column
    GM1829678Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT:
    • When installing a NEW service replacement EPS column, the Saturn Service Stall (SSS) must be utilized to properly program the EPS controller contained with the column.
    • Ensure the steering wheel alignment is in the 12 o'clock position.
  1. Position the column into the vehicle and insert I-shaft onto the lower column. Install a new I-shaft bolt and tighten. Align index marks as re-installing removed column.

    Tighten:  Tighten the I-shaft bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

    2. Fig 2: View Of Upper Steering Column Attachment Bolts
    GM1829960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Hand start the upper steering column mounting bolts.
    3. Fig 3: Lower Column & Mounting Bolt
    GM928861Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the lower steering column mounting bolt. Hand tighten until snug.
    4. Fig 4: View Of Multifunction Lever Bracket
    GM1829881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure the lock tab fully engages into slot in column.
  4. Slide the multifunction housing onto the column.
    5. Fig 5: View Of Ignition Housing & Multi-Function Bracket
    GM931160Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Assemble the ignition housing and multifunction housing. Hand tighten the bolts leaving approximately 3.2 mm (1/8 in) gap at both bolts.
    6. Fig 6: View Of Multifunction Housing To Ignition Housing Bolts
    GM1829854Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Hand tighten the lower bolt until snug.
  7. Hand tighten the upper bolt until snug.
  8. Tighten the lower lock housing bolt.

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

  9. Tighten the upper lock housing bolt.

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

  10. Tighten the left side upper steering column mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the left side upper column mounting bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    11. Fig 7: Lower Column & Mounting Bolt
    GM928861Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Secure the lower column mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower column mounting bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    12. Fig 8: Release & Secure Rake/Tilt Lever
    GM1537977Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Operate column through range of motion before securing the final bolt.
    1. Release rake/tilt lever (1).
    2. Move column up and down 3 times.
    3. Set column in UP position.
    4. Secure rake/tilt lever (1).
  13. Tighten the right side upper steering column mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the right side upper column mounting bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  14. Connect the ignition housing electrical connectors.
    15. Fig 9: View Of Park Lock Cable Assembly & Ignition Module
    GM944454Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure both locking tabs are properly seated.
  15. Align and install the park lock cables onto ignition module by snapping into place.
    16. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the locking tabs are properly seated.
    Fig 10: View Of Wiper Washer Switch
    GM1829839Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the wipers/washer switch to the multifunction housing and connect the electrical connector.
    17. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the locking tabs are properly seated.
    Fig 11: View Of Multifunction Turn Signal Switch Housing
    GM1829830Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the turn signal multifunction switch and connect the electrical connector.
    18. Fig 12: EPS Electrical Connectors
    GM928850Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install EPS electrical connectors to EPS controller.
  19. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement 
  20. Remove the instrument panel left insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  21. Install the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement .
  22. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  23. Install the SIR module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
  24. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.2L (L61) and 3.5L (L66)) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.4L (LAT)) .
  25. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.
  26. Test drive the vehicle. Inspect for proper steering operation.
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