Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle: Notes

2002 Chevrolet Venture PlusSECTION Notes
  1. Install the shift lever seal (2) onto the shift lever assembly (4).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the shift lever assembly (4) and secure it with the shift lever screw (3).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screw to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

    Fig 1: Shift Lever Assembly
    G01827103Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. If necessary, install the trim cover protector (1) to the lower trim cover (2).
    Fig 2: Trim Cover Protector
    G01827104Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the upper trim cover (2) and secure by using the TORX® head screw (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screw to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

    Fig 3: Upper Trim Cover
    G01827105Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the lower trim cover (1) and secure by using 2 pan head tapping screws (2).
    Fig 4: Lower Trim Cover
    G01827106Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

  6. Install the tilt lever assembly. Refer to TILT LEVER REPLACEMENT - On Vehicle .
  7. Install the steering wheel onto the column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  8. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
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