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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2001 🢒 Jimmy - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Steering Column Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 303371 Size: SH

    Important: The steering column support is not serviceable.

  1. Remove the instrument panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement .
  2. Remove the brake switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  3. Remove the brake booster pushrod from the brake pedal. Refer to Power Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  4. Remove the clutch master cylinder pushrod from the clutch pedal, if equipped. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement in Clutch.
  5. Remove the following steering column support fasteners:
    6. • The 4 flange nuts
    • The 2 bolts
  6. Remove the brake pedal from the steering column support. Refer to Brake Pedal Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 303371 Size: SH
  1. Install the brake pedal to the steering column support. Refer to Brake Pedal Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the steering column support bracket fasteners.

    3. Tighten

        • Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
        • Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
  3. Install the brake switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  4. Install the brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal. Refer to Power Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  5. Install the clutch master cylinder pushrod to the clutch pedal, if equipped. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement in Clutch.
  6. Install the instrument panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement .