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Tilt Spring - Assemble - Off Vehicle Column Shift

Assembly Procedure


    Object Number: 293245  Size: SH
  1. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the "UP" position.

  2. Object Number: 293250  Size: SH
  3. Lubricate the tilt spring with synthetic grease.
  4. Install the spring guide into the tilt spring.

  5. Object Number: 293251  Size: SH

    Caution: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.

  6. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column support assembly (2) and onto the steering column tilt head assembly by using the following procedure.
  7. 4.1. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column tilt head assembly.
    4.2. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
  8. Remove the tilt lever.
  9. Install the upper and lower shrouds. Refer to Trim Covers, Shift Lever Seal - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

Tilt Spring - Assemble - Off Vehicle Floor Shift

Assembly Procedure


    Object Number: 293245  Size: SH
  1. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the "UP" position.

  2. Object Number: 293250  Size: SH
  3. Lubricate the tilt spring with synthetic grease.
  4. Install the spring guide into the tilt spring.

  5. Object Number: 293251  Size: SH

    Caution: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.

  6. Install the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column support assembly (2) and onto the steering column tilt head assembly by using the following procedure.
  7. 4.1. Install one end of the tilt spring (1) onto the steering column tilt head assembly.
    4.2. Install the other end of the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
  8. Remove the tilt lever.
  9. Install the upper and lower shrouds. Refer to Trim Covers, Shift Lever Seal - Assemble - Off Vehicle .