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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. With the aid of an assistant, install the steering column.
  2. Install the 2 of the steering column mounting bolts.
  3. Install the pinch bolt for the intermediate shaft to steering column. Finger tighten the bolt only.
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Mounting Bolts Of Steering Column
    GM1551471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Install the reminding steering column bolts and tighten in sequence.

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Tighten the pinch bolt to specifications.

    Tighten:  Tighten the pinch bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

  6. Install the tilt motor and bracket assembly. Refer to Tilt Actuator Assembly Replacement .
  7. Install the telescoping motor. Refer to Telescope Actuator Assembly Replacement .
  8. Reconnect the steering column electrical connectors.
  9. Install the heater duct.
    10. Fig 3: View Of Closeout Shroud, Lower Steering Column Trim Cover & Retaining Screws
    GM588300Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the lower steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
    11. Fig 4: View Of Knee Bolster
    GM348714Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the knee bolster panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement .
  12. Remove the J 42640  .
  13. Reconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  14. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
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