Steering Column: Notes

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CAUTION: Column must be handled with care when removed from vehicle. Use only fasteners of the same or equivalent part number if replacement is necessary. Improper fasteners or tightening could result in column failure. Applying excessive pressure, or causing impact to mainshaft during service, may cause column to collapse. If weight of column is supported by lower attachment, lower retainer or bushing will be damaged. On vehicles with SIR, do not rotate steering shaft after column is removed. SIR clockspring assembly will be damaged.