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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 545583  Size: SH
  3. Remove the steering column upper nut.
  4. Remove the center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .

  5. Object Number: 545578  Size: SH
  6. Remove the anchor cable nut from the center console bracket.
  7. Remove the anchor cable.

Installation Procedure

  1. Properly route the steering column anchor cable.

  2. Object Number: 545578  Size: SH
  3. Install the anchor cable to the center console bracket stud.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Install the anchor cable nut to the center console bracket stud.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  7. Install the steering column anchor cable end to the steering column stud.

  8. Object Number: 545583  Size: SH
  9. Install the steering column nut. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
  10. Install the center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
  11. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .