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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor
    • J 42137 Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor Adapter

    Object Number: 588839  Size: SH
  1. Install the following parts onto the steering shaft:
  2. 1.1. Lubricate the inner race (3) with lithium grease.
    1.2. The inner race (3).
    1.3. The upper bearing inner race seat (2).
    1.4. The upper bearing spring (1).

    Object Number: 588376  Size: SH
  3. Install the turn signal cancel cam (2) onto the steering shaft assembly.
  4. Install the shaft lock (1) onto the steering shaft assembly.

  5. Object Number: 338052  Size: SH
  6. Install a new bearing retainer using J 23653-SIR and J 42137 .

  7. Object Number: 588360  Size: SH
  8. Install the wave washer.
  9. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  10. Install the steering column into the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
  11. Install the steering wheel onto the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  12. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.