Tools Required

Notice: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.

Notice: Once the steering column is removed from the car, the column is extremely susceptible to damage. Dropping the column on its end could collapse the steering shaft or loosen the plastic injections which maintain column rigidity. Leaning on the column could cause the jacket to bend or deform. Any of the above damage could impair the column's collapsible design. If it is necessary to remove the steering wheel, use only the specified steering wheel puller. Under no conditions should the end of the shaft be hammered upon as hammering could loosen plastic injections which maintain column rigidity.

Notice: The steering column should never be supported only by the lower support bracket. Damage to the lower support could result.

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.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.



3. Insert J 42640 into the steering column access hole in order to lock the steering column. This will maintain the correct orientation.
4. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
5. Remove the steering column bracket. Refer to Steering Column Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.



6. Disconnect the electrical connector on the steering column wiring harness from the main body wiring harness.
7. Position the seal as needed
8. Remove the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt (2).




Important: Stabilize the studs in order to remove the nuts securing the steering column to the instrument panel.

9. Support the column.



10. Remove nuts at the upper steering column support.

Important: Discard the clips at the upper steering column support, if equipped. These clips are for assembly plant usage only.

11. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.
12. Install the steering column onto J 41352 .

1. Remove the steering column from J 41352 .
2. Position the steering column through the seal and onto the intermediate steering shaft.



3. Support the column. Install the nuts on the support bracket studs.




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.

4. Install the intermediate shaft upper pinch bolt (2).

Tighten

•	Tighten the pinch bolt to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

•	Tighten the nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

5. Move the intermediate steering shaft seal into position.
6. Connect the electrical connector on the steering column wiring harness to the main body wiring harness.
7. Install the steering column bracket. Refer to Steering Column Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
8. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.



10. Remove J 42640 from the steering column.
11. Connect the negative battery cable.
12. Inspect the steering for proper operation.