Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
4. Remove the left closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side.
5. Remove the steering column filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
6. Remove the knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement.
7. Remove the intermediate shaft from the bottom of the steering column. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
8. Perform passkey relearn after the ignition lock cylinder has been replaced. Refer to Control Module References .

1

Bolt, Steering Column (Qty: 2)

Tip
Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors.

Tighten
24 N·m (18 lb ft)

2

Nut, Steering Column (Qty: 2)

Tip
Tighten the steering column bolts first on installation.

Tighten
24 N·m (18 lb ft)

3

Column, Steering