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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Notice: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

   • The steering column
   • The intermediate shaft
   • The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.

  1. Remove the steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Shroud Replacement.
  2. Remove the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement.
  3. Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.

  4. Object Number: 1853881  Size: SH
  5. Remove the upper intermediate steering shaft bolt (1) and separate the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) from the steering column. Do not pull the intermediate steering shaft lower seal (3) from its place.

  6. Object Number: 1860684  Size: SH
  7. Remove the steering column nuts (2) and the steering column bolts (1).
  8. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.
  9. Transfer any parts as needed.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1865310  Size: SH

    Important: The following sequence MUST be followed. Make sure to hand tighten the fasteners ONLY in the sequence specified and DO NOT apply any clamping force until told otherwise.

  1. Install the steering column to the vehicle and start the steering column nuts (3, 4) and bolts (1, 2) by hand using the following sequence:
  2. 1.1. Position the steering column in place.
    1.2. Hand start the steering column nuts (3, 4).
    1.3. Hand start the steering column bolts (1, 2).
    1.4. Hold the steering column flush against the instrument panel carrier.
    1.5. Hand tighten steering column nut (3).
    1.6. Hand tighten steering column nut (4).
    1.7. Hand tighten steering column bolt (1).
    1.8. Hand tighten steering column bolt (2).

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

    Important: The following torque sequence MUST be followed once the above procedure has been performed.

  3. Tighten the steering column nuts (3, 4) and bolts (1, 2) in the following sequence:
  4. 2.1. Tighten steering column nut (3).

    Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

    2.2. Tighten steering column nut (4).

    Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

    2.3. Tighten steering column bolt (1).

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

    2.4. Tighten steering column bolt (2).

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1853881  Size: SH
  5. Install the upper intermediate steering shaft (2) and upper intermediate steering shaft bolt (1). Make sure the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) is seated correctly.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 48 N·m (35 lb ft).

  7. Connect all electrical connectors as needed.
  8. Install the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement.
  9. Install the steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Shroud Replacement.