Important: The following sequence MUST be followed. Make sure to hand tighten ONLY in the sequence specified and DO NOT apply any clamping force.
- Install the steering column to the vehicle and start the steering column nuts (3, 4) and bolts (1, 2) by hand using the following sequence:
1.1. | Place the steering column in place. |
1.2. | Hand start the steering column nuts (3, 4). |
1.3. | Hand start the steering column bolts (1, 2). |
1.4. | Hold the steering column flush against the instrument panel carrier. |
1.5. | Hand tighten steering column nut (3). |
1.6. | Hand tighten steering column nut (4). |
1.7. | Hand tighten steering column bolt (1). |
1.8. | Hand tighten steering column bolt (2). |
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Important: The following torque sequence MUST be followed.
- Tighten the steering column nuts (3, 4) and bolts (1, 2) in the following sequence:
2.1. | Tighten steering column nut (3). |
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).
2.2. | Tighten steering column nut (4). |
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).
2.3. | Tighten steering column bolt (1). |
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).
2.4. | Tighten steering column bolt (2). |
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).
- Install the intermediate steering shaft (2) and intermediate steering shaft bolt (1). Make sure the intermediate steering shaft upper seal (3) is seated correctly.
- If equipped, install the steering column lower support brace (2) and steering column lower support brace bolts (1).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Connect all electrical connectors as needed.
- Install the steering column housing cover bolts. Refer to
Steering Column Housing Cover Replacement .
- Install the instrument panel cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
- Install the knee bolster. Refer to
Knee Bolster Replacement .
- Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .