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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 730 (STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTILT SPRING REPLACEMENT (TELESCOPING)INSTALLATION 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Spring Guide & Tilt Spring

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Install the spring guide into the tilt spring.

Fig 2: Installing Tilt Spring Onto The Steering Column Support Assembly

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Perform the following steps to install the tilt spring (1):
1. Install the tilt spring (1) to the post on the steering column support assembly (2).
2. Secure the tilt spring (1) with locking pliers.
3. Push the guide end of the tilt spring (1) onto the post on the steering column tilt head assembly.
4. Push the tilt spring (1) into position.
Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement (Telescoping) or Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement (Manual) .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.

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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.