Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean the column shaft splines.
Use the supplied grease to apply 2 grams (0.07 oz) of grease to the column shaft splines.

Fig 1: View Of Jacket Mounting Bolts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Position the jacket on the steering column and install the 3 bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Upper Steering Column Attachment Bolts

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Install and hand tighten the 2 upper steering column mounting bolts.

Fig 3: Lower Column & Mounting Bolt

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Install the lower steering column mounting bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
Tighten the 2 upper steering column mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in)
Install the instrument panel left insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
Install the ignition lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement .
Install the multifunction turn signal switch housing. Refer to Multifunction Turn Signal Switch Housing Replacement .
Install the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement .
Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
Enable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Road test the vehicle. Verify proper steering operation.