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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Steering Column Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 95668 Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  3. Remove the console. Refer to Console Replacement .
  4. Remove the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  5. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
  6. Remove the ignition switch housing bracket and reposition the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Housing Bracket Replacement .
  7. Release the ignition switch and hazard warning switch wiring harness retainers from the driver knee bolster bracket.

    8. Important: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.

  8. Mark the location of the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Disassembly Precautions .
  9. Remove the driver knee bolster bracket retaining bolts.
  10. Remove the driver knee bolster bracket.

    11. Object Number: 65118 Size: SH
  11. Remove the LH lower closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement .
  12. Tilt the steering wheel to the lowest position.
  13. Remove the steering column upper and lower nuts retaining the steering column to the steering column bracket, then carefully rest the steering column on the I/P lower support beam. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  14. Remove the LH windshield side garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.
  15. Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
  16. Remove the LH side window defogger outlet duct. Refer to Defogger Outlet Duct Replacement .
  17. Remove the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  18. Disconnect the Bose® module electrical/audio connector.

    19. Object Number: 65115 Size: SH

    Important: The Bose® module is only held in place by retaining bolts. Be sure to support the module upon removal.

  19. Remove the bolts mounting the Bose® module to the steering column bracket.
  20. Remove the Bose® module.

    21. Important: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.

  21. Mark the location of the driver knee bolster outer bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Disassembly Precautions .

    22. Object Number: 95667 Size: SH
  22. Remove the driver knee bolster outer bracket bolts.
  23. Remove the driver knee bolster outer bracket.

    24. Object Number: 174198 Size: SH
  24. Remove the accelerator pedal assembly (with accelerator pedal position sensor). Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls.
  25. Disconnect the brake master cylinder push rod from the brake pedal.
  26. Remove the brake booster mounting nuts.

    27. Object Number: 71494 Size: SH
  27. Remove the clutch anticipate, cruise control release switch bracket mounting bolts (M/T).
  28. Reposition the clutch anticipate, cruise control release switch and bracket (M/T).

    29. Object Number: 71474 Size: SH
  29. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder push rod from the clutch pedal (M/T).

    30. Object Number: 71482 Size: SH
  30. Remove the nuts mounting the clutch pedal bracket to the steering column bracket (M/T).
  31. Remove the clutch pedal bracket stud plate (M/T).

    32. Object Number: 95665 Size: SH

    Important: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.

  32. Mark the location of the steering column bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Disassembly Precautions .
  33. Remove the bolts mounting the steering column bracket to the I/P lower support beam.

    34. Object Number: 95663 Size: SH
  34. Remove the bolts mounting the steering column bracket to the I/P upper support beam.
  35. Remove the steering column bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 95663 Size: SH
  1. Install the steering column bracket into position as marked prior to removal.
  2. Install the steering column bracket to I/P upper support beam bolts.

    3. Object Number: 95663 Size: SH
  3. Install the steering column bracket to I/P lower support beam bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the steering column bracket mounting bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

    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.


    Object Number: 71482 Size: SH
  4. Install the clutch pedal bracket stud plate (M/T).
  5. Install the clutch pedal bracket stud plate nuts (M/T).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch pedal bracket mounting nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).


    Object Number: 71474 Size: SH
  6. Connect the clutch master cylinder push rod to the clutch pedal (M/T).

    7. Object Number: 71494 Size: SH
  7. Position the clutch anticipate, cruise control release switch and bracket to the steering column bracket.
  8. Install the clutch anticipate, cruise control release switch bracket bolts.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch anticipate, cruise control release switch bracket bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 174198 Size: SH
  9. Install the brake booster nuts.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the brake booster nuts to 29 N·m (21 lb ft).

  10. Connect the brake master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal.
  11. Install the accelerator pedal assembly (with accelerator pedal position sensor). Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls.

    12. Object Number: 95667 Size: SH
  12. Install the driver knee bolster outer bracket into position as marked prior to removal.
  13. Install the driver knee bolster outer bracket mounting bolts.

    14. Tighten
    Tighten the driver knee bolster outer bracket bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 65115 Size: SH
  14. Position the Bose® module to the steering column bracket.
  15. Install the Bose® module retaining bolts.

    16. Tighten
    Tighten the Bose® module retaining bolts to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).


    Object Number: 65118 Size: SH
  16. Connect the Bose® module electrical/audio connector.
  17. Install the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  18. Install the LH side window defogger outlet duct. Refer to Defogger Outlet Duct Replacement .
  19. Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
  20. Install the LH windshield side garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.
  21. Install the steering column to the steering column bracket. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.

    22. Object Number: 95668 Size: SH
  22. Install the driver knee bolster bracket into position as marked prior to removal.
  23. Install the bolts retaining the driver knee bolster bracket to the steering column bracket.

    24. Tighten
    Tighten the driver knee bolster bracket bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  24. Secure the ignition switch and hazard warning switch wiring harness retainers to the driver knee bolster bracket.
  25. Install the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
  26. Install the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  27. Install the console. Refer to Console Replacement .
  28. Connect the negative battery cable.

    29. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  29. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.