Lever-Electronic Telescoping: Installation

Fig 1: Lever

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1. Install the telescoping lever to the SCCM.
   Fig 2: Identifying SCCM Components

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2. Install the screws (4) fastening the telescoping steering lever to the SCCM (5).
   Fig 3: Steering Angle Sensor

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3. If equipped with ESP  , install the steering angle sensor (1) to the SCCM (2).
   Fig 4: Clockspring Screws

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4. Install the clockspring screws (1). (Refer to CLOCKSPRING ).
   Fig 5: Removing/Installing Steering Wheel

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5. Align the spline on the steering wheel hub to shaft.
6. Then install the steering wheel (1) and install a NEW  retainer bolt (2). Tighten the bolt to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
   Fig 6: Removing/Installing Driver Airbag

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7. Install the airbag (3). (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - REMOVAL)
8. Install the negative battery terminal on the battery. It is important that this is performed properly (including calibration of steering angle sensor if equipped with ESP). (Refer to ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
9. Test the operation of the horn, lights and any other functions that are steering column operated.