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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 851 (STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIGNITION LOCK CYLINDER CASE 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 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
- Position the ignition switch to housing and install the screws and tighten.
Tighten:Β Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
- Pre-assemble the lock housing and multifunction lever bracket. Hand tighten the bolts leaving approximately 3.2 mm (0.125 in) gap.
- Slide the bracket onto the column. Ensure lock tab fully engages into the column slot.
- Hand tighten the lower bolt until snug.
- Hand tighten the upper bolt until snug.
- Tighten the lower bolt, then the upper bolt.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Snap the ignition lock cable onto the ignition module.
- Connect the ignition housing electrical connectors.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.