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Steering Column - Vehicles Built After 6/2003: Assembly

  1. Install the ignition switch lock cylinder.
    Fig 1: Installing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
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  2. Install the ignition switch.
    Fig 2: Installing Ignition Switch
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  3. Install the passive anti-theft system (PATS) transceiver.
    Fig 3: Installing Passive Anti-Theft System Transceiver
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  4. WARNING: Make sure the clockspring is centralized before installing. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
  5. Centralize the clockspring.
    • Turn the clockspring in a COUNTERCLOCKWISE direction until a resistance is felt (approximately 2.5 turns from the central position).
    • Turn the clockspring CLOCKWISE 2.5 turns until the arrow marked on the center of the clockspring aligns with the raised "V" section at the 12 o'clock position on the outer cover of the clockspring. The clockspring is now centralized.
      Fig 4: Centralizing Clockspring
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  6. CAUTION: Make sure the spacing collar is correctly located. Do not assemble if the spacing collar is missing.
  7. Install the clockspring.
    • Make sure both the retaining tangs lock into position on the steering column.
      Fig 5: Installing Clockspring
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  8. Install the multifunction switches.
    Fig 6: Installing Multifunction Switches
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  9. Install the steering wheel.
    1. Install the bolt
    2. Connect the speed control electrical connector (if equipped).
      Fig 7: Installing Steering Wheel
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  10. Install the driver air bag module.
    • Connect the air bag module electrical connector.
      Fig 8: Installing Driver Air Bag Module
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  11. Attach the driver air bag module to the steering wheel
    Fig 9: Attaching Driver Air Bag Module To Steering Wheel
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