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Trim Covers, Shift Lever Seal - Assemble

Trim Covers, Shift Lever Seal - Assemble - Off Vehicle

Tools Required
^ J41352 Modular Column Holding Fixture





1. Install the upper trim cover (2) onto the steering column.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Screw the 2 TORX head screws (1) into the upper trim cover (2).
Tighten the screws to 1.5 Nm (13 inch lbs.).





3. Install the trim cover protector (1) onto the lower trim cover (2).

Important: The shift lever seal must be seated in the trim covers.





4. Install the lower trim cover onto the upper trim cover.
5. Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper trim cover.
6. Tilt the lower trim cover up.
7. Slide the lower trim cover forward until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.





8. Screw the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) into the lower trim cover (2).
Tighten the screws to 3.5 Nm (31 inch lbs.).

Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Coil Caution in Service Precautions.





9. Remove the steering column and J41352 from the vise.
10. Install the steering column into the vehicle.
11. Install the steering wheel onto the steering column.
12. Install the tilt lever.
13. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.