Tools Required

J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

•	Air bag deployment

•	Personal injury

•	Unnecessary SIR system repairs

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:

•	Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.

•	If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in SIR
3. Remove the hazard knob mounting bolt (5) and hazard knob (2) from the steering column.
4. Remove the wave washer from the upper steering shaft.



5. Install J 23653-SIR to the upper steering shaft and depress the shaft lock.
6. Remove the bearing retainer (1) from the upper steering shaft.
7. Remove J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft.



8. Remove the shaft lock (1).
9. Remove the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
10. Remove the upper bearing spring (3).
11. Unscrew and remove the tilt lever handle.
12. Remove the turn signal switch lever. Refer to Multifunction Turn Signal Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .



13. Remove the flat head tapping screw (3).
14. Remove the round washer head screw (2).
15. Remove the signal switch arm assembly.
16. Remove the pan head screws (1).
17. Disconnect the turn signal switch assembly from the bulk head connector.



18. Attach a wire to the turn signal switch assembly connector. This will help to make the installation easier.
19. Remove the turn signal switch assembly.
20. Pull the turn signal switch assembly connector through the column.

1. Attach a wire to the turn signal switch wiring connector.
2. Feed the turn signal switch assembly through the column.
3. Connect the turn signal switch assembly connector to the bulk head connector.
4. Install the turn signal switch assembly on to the upper shaft assembly.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

5. Install the pan head screws (1).

Tighten
Tighten the pan head screws (1) to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

6. Lubricate the signal switch arm assembly (4) with synthetic grease.
7. Install the signal switch arm assembly (4).
8. Install the flat head tapping screw (3).

Tighten
Tighten the flat head tapping screw (3) to 2 N·m (20 lb in).

9. Install the round washer head screw (2).

Tighten
Tighten the round washer head screw (2) to 4 N·m (31 lb in).

10. Install the turn signal switch lever. Refer to Multifunction Turn Signal Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
11. Install the tilt lever handle.



12. Install the upper bearing spring (3).
13. Install the turn signal cam assembly (2).
14. Install the shaft lock to the upper steering shaft (1).
15. Install the bearing retainer on to the upper steering shaft.
16. Install J 23653-SIR to upper steering shaft and depress shaft lock.
17. Install the bearing retainer to the upper steering shaft groove.
18. Remove J 23653-SIR from the upper steering shaft.



19. Install the hazard knob and hazard knob mounting screw (5) to the steering column.

Tighten
Tighten the hazard knob mounting screw to 2 N·m (20 lb in).

20. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement in SIR.
21. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.