Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.

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

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

Steering Column Bolt (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

2

Steering Column Nut (Qty: 2)

Procedure

Once all steering column bolts and nuts are started, torque the steering column bolts first.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

3

Steering Column

Procedure

1. Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
2. Transfer any parts as needed.