Steering Column Removal and Installation: Installation
- Install the steering column, and make sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.
- Insert the lower end of the steering joint (A) onto the steering shaft (B) (line up the bolt hole (C) with the flat portion (D) on the shaft).
- Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated, but do not pull excessively on the joint. Then install the steering joint bolt (E) and tighten it to the specified torque.
U.S. thru VIN JHMAP 114.YT008411
Canada thru VIN JHMAP 114.YT800750
Torque: 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft)
U.S. from VIN JHMAP 114.YT008412
Canada from VIN JHMAP 114.YT800751
Torque: 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft)
- Finish the installation, and note these items:
- Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.
- Make sure the connectors are properly connected.
- Reinstall the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).
- Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the audio presets.
- For '01-06 models; set the clock.
- For '00-05 models; do ECM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE .
- Verify cruise control, horn, and turn signal switch operation.
- Check wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).