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Steering Column - Removal






NOTICE: The vehicle's wheels must be in a straight-ahead position and the key must be in the "LOCK" position when removing or installing the steering column. Failure to do so may cause the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) coil assembly to become uncentered and may result in unneeded SIR system repairs.

NOTICE: When the steering column is removed from the vehicle, it is extremely susceptible to damage. Dropping the column on its end could collapse the steering shaft or loosen plastic: injections that keep the column rigid. Leaning on the column could cause steering column jacket to bend or deform. Any of the above conditions could impair column assembly's collapsible design. If the steering wheel must be removed, use only the specified steering wheel puller and steering wheel puller bolts. Never hammer on the end of the steering shaft because hammering could loosen plastic injections that keep the column rigid.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Left-hand instrument panel insulator.
2. Instrument panel driver knee bolster and deflector.
3. Disable SIR system. Refer to "Disabling the SIR System".
4. Steering wheel, if column is to be replaced. Refer to "Steering Wheel".
5. Intermediate steering shaft bolt/screw from steering gear coupling shaft and column. Refer to "Steering Gear Coupling Shaft".
6. Bolts/screws (7) attaching cover (14) to dash panel.
7. Cover (14) from dash panel.
8. Electrical connectors.
9. Nuts (4) and shims (30) from steering column support.
10. Automatic transmission park lock cable from ignition switch, if equipped.
11. Column (15) from vehicle.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE: If a service replacement steering column is being installed, do not remove the antirotation pin until after the column has been connected to the steering gear. Removing the antirotation pin before the column is connected to the steering gear may damage the SIR coil.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the correct location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Position column (15) into vehicle.
2. Automatic transmission park lock cable to ignition switch, if equipped.
3. Shims (30) and nuts (4) to steering column support.
^ Tighten nuts (4) to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
4. Intermediate steering shaft bolt/screw to steering gear coupling shaft. Refer to "Steering Gear Coupling Shaft".





Important: When installing the cover (14) to the dash panel, the lower bolt/screw (7) must be installed first followed in order by the outboard bolt/screw (7) and inboard bolt/screw (7).

5. Position cover (14) to dash panel.
6. Bolts/screws (7).
7. Electrical connectors.
^ Tighten bolts/screws (7) to 18 Nm (14 lb ft).
8. Steering wheel, if column is replaced. Refer to "Steering Wheel".
9. Enable SIR system. Refer to "Enabling the SIR System".
10. Instrument panel driver knee bolster and deflector.
11. Left-hand instrument panel insulator.
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