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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 1998 🢒 Cutlass 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt 🢒 Steering Column Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.

    3. Object Number: 442014 Size: SH
  3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  4. Remove the SIR coil from the steering column and set aside. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement
  5. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3) from the multifunction switch (1).
  6. Remove the driver's insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.

    7. Object Number: 296676 Size: SH
  7. Remove the upper pinch bolt (3) from the intermediate shaft (4).
  8. Remove the 2 screws (2) and the lap air duct (1) from the instrument panel.

    9. Object Number: 442160 Size: SH
  9. Remove the steering column lower mounting bolts (3).
  10. Remove the steering column upper mounting bolts (1).
  11. Remove the steering column (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 442160 Size: SH
  1. Install the steering column (2) in the vehicle.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the steering column upper mounting bolts (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).

  3. Install the steering column lower mounting nuts (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).

  4. Install the lap air duct (1) and screws (2).

    5. Object Number: 296676 Size: SH
  5. Install the upper pinch bolt (3) to the intermediate shaft (4).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

  6. Install the driver's insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.

    7. Object Number: 442014 Size: SH
  7. Connect the electrical connectors (3) to the multifunction switch (1).
  8. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.