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Installation Procedure

  1. GM4194490Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position and support the steering column (1) in the vehicle.

  2. Fig 1: Steering Column Tightening Sequence
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    Steering Column Nut (1) - Install and hand tighten [4x]

  3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Steering Column Nut (1) - Tighten in sequence [4x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft)

  4. Connect the steering column electrical connectors.
  5. GM4194488Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Ensure the match marks on the upper intermediate steering shaft and steering column are aligned.

    Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) @ Steering Column - Install - Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement 

  6. GM4196464Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Floor Front Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) - Install - Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side

  7. GM4196460Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Lower Airbag - Driver Side (1) - Install - Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side

  8. GM4196456Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Knee Bolster (1) - Install - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement

  9. GM4196467Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (1) - Install - Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement 

  10. GM4196470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column Upper Trim Cover (1) - Install - Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement 

  11. Install fuse for the steering column lock control module.
  12. Program the steering column lock control module. Control Module References
  13. Center the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering
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