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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 23653-SIR Lock Plate Compressor


    Object Number: 343818  Size: SH
  1. Install the following 2 parts onto the steering shaft assembly:
  2. 1.1. Lubricate the inner race (2) with lithium grease.
    1.2. Install the inner race (2).
    1.3. Install the upper bearing inner race seat (1).

    Object Number: 343821  Size: SH
  3. Install the following 3 parts onto the steering shaft assembly.
  4. 2.1. Install the upper bearing spring (3).
    2.2. Lubricate the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2) with grease kit 26001884.
    2.3. Install the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
    2.4. Install the shaft lock (1).

    Object Number: 343728  Size: SH
  5. Install the new bearing retainer (1) using J 23653-SIR .
  6. Seat the bearing retainer (1) in the groove on the steering shaft assembly.
  7. Remove J 23653-SIR .
  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. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.