Installation Procedure
Steering Column (1) @ Vehicle - Install
Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt (1) - Hand tighten [2x]
Electrical Connector (1) - Connect [2x]
- Swing up the steering column to the correct position.
- CAUTION:
Steering Column Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt (1) - Tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Intermediate Steering Shaft (2) @ Vehicle - Install
- Intermediate Steering Shaft (2) @ Steering Column Shaft - Connect
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
The recess of the fine tooth in the universal joint have to be precisely aligned to the recess of the fine tooth on the steering gear pinion. The bore in the universal joint have to be aligned to the groove on the steering gear pinion.
Intermediate Steering Shaft (3) @ Steering Gear Pinion Shaft - Connect
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Middle Bolt (1) - Tighten - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Deflector (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Floor Front Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (2) - Install
- Front Floor Console Rear Air Duct Retainer (1) - Install
Ignition and Start Switch Housing (2) - Install
- Ignition and Start Switch Housing Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Steering Column Control Module (1) - Install
- Secure the retaining tabs.
Ignition and Start Switch Housing Strap (2) - Install
- Install the NEW ignition and start switch housing bolt and tighten until the bolt head breaks off. (1)
- Ensure the steering wheel airbag coil is CENTERED during installation. Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Centering .
Position the wiring harness.
- Connect the electrical connector. (1) [2x]
Wiring Harness Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
- Connect the electrical connector. (1)
Ignition and Start Switch (1) - Install
Ignition and Start Switch Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector. (1)
Theft Deterrent Module (1) - Install
- Secure the theft deterrent module retaining tabs.
Theft Deterrent Module Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector. (1)
- NOTE:
The gears between the ignition and start switch and the ignition lock cylinder case MUST be in the correct position. The incorrect position will cause a misalignment of the gears in the ignition and start switch and the ignition lock cylinder case MAY result in a NO START or BATTERY DRAIN condition.
Perform the following steps to install the ignition lock cylinder (1) :
- Install the ignition lock cylinder (1) into the ignition lock cylinder case until it locks in place.
- Pull lightly on the ignition lock cylinder (1) to ensure the lock tab inside of the ignition lock cylinder case is fully engaged.
Steering Wheel (2) - Install
- If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
- Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (except GMNA) , or Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (GMNA)
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Steering Wheel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Install any connector position assurance (CPA) devices or secondary locks.
- Steering Wheel Airbag (2) - Install
- Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt (1) Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Install the 2 steering wheel airbag access hole covers (1).
Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique - Right Side (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Heater and Air Conditioning User Interface Control (2) - Install
- Heater and Air Conditioning User Interface Control Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Instrument Panel Center Trim Plate Applique (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique - Left Side (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Secure the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) to the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover in the opposite direction of the arrow.
Connect the electrical connector.
- Instrument Cluster (1) - Install
- Secure the retaining tab.
Instrument Cluster Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Bolt Cover - Left Side (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Bolt Cover - Right Side (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Instrument Cluster Hood (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Trim Plate Strap Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Applique (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate (1) - Install
Connect the electrical connector.
- Instrument Panel Switch Trim Plate (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Switch Trim Plate Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Handle (1) @ Instrument Panel Knee Bolster - Install
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover - Left Side (1) - Install
- Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
- Program the electronic power steering control module. Control Module References
- Calibrate the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering
The recess of the fine tooth in the universal joint have to be precisely aligned to the recess of the fine tooth on the steering column shaft. The bore in the universal joint have to be aligned to the groove on the steering column shaft.
The new SIR coil assembly will be centered. Improper alignment of the SIR coil assembly may damage the unit, causing an inflatable restraint malfunction.
Do not remove the centering tab from the new SIR coil until the installation is complete. If the SIR coil does not come with a centering tab, you must center the SIR coil.
After installation of the steering wheel airbag module to the steering wheel, slightly pull the module outward. If there is no give on the airbag module then it is secured correctly. If the airbag module is not fully attached personal injury could result.