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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 447 (STEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the upper trim cover to the steering column.
Install the lock cylinder. Refer to IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT .
Install the upper trim cover screws to the steering column.
Tighten Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper trim cover.
Tilt the lower trim cover up and slide the lower trim cover until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.

Fig 1: Engaging Locking Tabs
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Install the screws (1) to the lower trim cover (2).
Tighten Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Screws To Lower Trim Cover
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Install the tilt lever close out plate.
Install the steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT .
Install the knee bolster trim panel.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .

Fig 3: Installing Tilt Lever Close Out Plate
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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.