Installation Procedure

Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the UP position.

Fig 1: Locating Tilt Column Up Position
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Install the spring guide into the tilt spring.

Fig 2: Installing Spring Guide Into Tilt Spring
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CAUTION: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.
Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column support assembly (2) and onto the steering column tilt head assembly by using the following procedure:
1. 3.1. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column tilt head assembly.
2. 3.2. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT (POWER TILT) or STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT (MANUAL TILT) .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING SYSTEM in SIR.

Fig 3: Installing Tilt Spring Onto Steering Column Tilt Head Assembly
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