Wrangler L6-242 4.0L VIN S MFI (1991)
45.
Loosen retaining screws and move dimmer switch toward steering wheel to remove any lash from actuator rod. Torque dimmer switch retaining
screws to 35 inch lbs.
46.
Remove drill bit. Test dimmer switch operation in full-up, down and center steering wheel positions.
47.
Install steering column in vehicle if necessary.
Console Shift Models
Fig. 45 Installing lockplate snap ring
Use only original or exact replacement screws, bolts and nuts to assemble steering column. Failure to use original or exact replacement parts
could prevent column from compressing upon impact.
Apply chassis lubricant to all bearing, thrust and friction producing mating surfaces before assembly.
1.
Position key-release lever spring on lever, then install lever in shroud.
2.
Install shroud on steering column jacket, then the retainer plate.
3.
Install steering column jacket in support, then support in steering column. To fully seat support, press key-release lever downward while pressing
support in place.
4.
Install all support retaining screws finger tight, then torque screws alternately and evenly to 60 inch lbs.
5.
Install remote rod in steering column support.
6.
Install dimmer and ignition switches.
7.
Install steering shaft in steering column.
8.
If removed, lubricate and install new races and bearings in lock cylinder.
9.
Using an 0.18 inch diameter rod for alignment, install lock shoes, lock shoe springs and lock shoe pins in lock cylinder housing.
10.
Install tilt-release lever, lever spring and lever pin into lock cylinder housing. Insert wedge between housing and lever to relieve spring
tension.
11.
Install lock bolt in lock cylinder housing engaging bolt in lock sector cam surface.
12.
Install lock rack, rack preload spring and new shim in lock cylinder housing. Square block tooth on lock rack must mate with square block tooth
on lock sector.
13.
Install lock spring and spring retaining screw. Torque screw to 35 inch lbs.
14.
Align and install assembled lock cylinder housing on steering column support. Retain lock shoes in disengaged position.
15.
Align pivot pin holes in lock cylinder housing with those in steering column support and install pivot pins. Use punch and hammer to seat pins
completely.
16.
Insert tilt-release lever in lock cylinder housing, then place housing in full-upward tilt position.
17.
Lubricate tilt spring guide and tilt spring, then position spring on guide.
18.
Insert tilt spring guide and spring into lock cylinder housing, then install guide retainer over spring. Ensure retainer lock tabs are engaged with
housing lugs.
19.
Place cover on lock cylinder housing. Install retaining screws, torquing screws to 60 inch lbs.
20.
Route dimmer switch wire harness through steering column.
21.
Install lock cylinder housing. Rotate cylinder until cylinder key is aligned with keyway in housing. Install retaining screw and torque to 40 inch
lbs.
22.
Insert ignition key in cylinder and turn to On position, then install key warning buzzer switch.
23.
Install turn signal switch. Do not install retaining screws at this time.
24.
Install windshield wiper wire harness and switch. Route wire harness down through column jacket.
25.
If equipped, route cruise control wire harness through steering column jacket.
26.
Install turn signal/wiper/dimmer switch/cruise control (if equipped) stalk.
27.
Insert hazard warning knob in switch and press inward. Install turn signal switch retaining screws. Ensure switch is properly seated before
tightening screws. Torque attaching screws to 33 inch lbs. Thread hazard warning switch knob into switch and pull knob outward.
28.
Install and seat upper bearing race in lock cylinder housing.
