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Steering Column Removal and Installation: Installation
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002 Acura 3.2CL, and 2001 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the steering column and make sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.
- Insert the upper end of the steering joint onto the steering shaft (A) (line up the bolt hole (B) with the flat portion (C) on the shaft).
- Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft (E) (line up the bolt hole (F) with the groove (G) the around the shaft), and loosely install the lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
- Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated. Then install the upper joint bolt and tighten it.
- Finish the installation in the reverse order of disassembly 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 battery.
- Verify cruise control, horn, radio remote, and turn signal switch operation.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio station presets.
- Check wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS ).
- For '03 models: Perform the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) idle learn procedure (see IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ), and the power window control unit reset procedure (see POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT RESET ).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.