GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Assembly Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 41352 Modular Column Holding Fixture
    • J 41688 Steering Column Anti Rotation Pin

    Object Number: 368489  Size: SH
  1. Install the electric park lock (2) into the lock module assembly (1).

  2. Object Number: 368484  Size: SH

    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.

    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.

  3. Screw 1 torx head screw (1) into the electric park lock (3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the 1 torx head screw to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

  5. Install the black connector (2) into the electric park lock (3).

  6. Object Number: 306214  Size: SH
  7. Install the upper shroud (2) onto the steering column.
  8. Screw the 2 torx head screws (1) into the upper shroud (2).
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the 2 torx head screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).


    Object Number: 306205  Size: SH
  10. Install the lower shroud (2) onto the upper shroud.
  11. Match the tab slots on the lower shroud (1) with the locking tabs on the upper shroud.
  12. Tilt the lower shroud (1) up.
  13. Slide the lower shroud (1) forward until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.
  14. Screw the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) into the lower shroud (2).
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the 2 pan head tapping screws to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).


    Object Number: 323849  Size: SH
  16. Remove the steering column and J 41352 from the vise.
  17. Remove J 41688 from the lower shroud.
  18. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .