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Non-Tilt Steering Column: Reassembly

NOTE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
  1. COAT PARTS INDICATED BY ARROWS WITH MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE LITHIUM BASE GREASE (See  COMPONENTS  ) 
  2. INSTALL MAIN SHAFT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using snap ring expander, install a new snap ring to the shaft assembly.
    2. Install the shaft assembly to the column tube.
    3. Using snap ring expander, install a new snap ring to the shaft assembly.
  3. INSTALL COLUMN UPPER BRACKET AND COLUMN UPPER CLAMP 
    1. Install the column upper bracket and column upper clamp with 2 new tapered-head bolts to the column tube.
      Fig 1: Tightening 2 Bolts
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    2. Tighten the 2 tapered-head bolts until the bolt heads break off.