Cabriolet V6-2.8L (AFC) (1995)
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Place lock cylinder in "ignition off" position and slide into housing in direction shown (arrows) until retaining spring locks in place.
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If steering lock housing was removed from column tube, install lock housing (Torx(R) T-30 screw) and tighten.
Tightening torque: 7 Nm (62 in. lb.)
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Reinstall ignition/starter switch on lock housing if previously removed.
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Install protective cap over steering lock housing.
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Install steering column assembly from below into instrument panel opening.
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Install steering column tube bolts and nuts, but do not tighten.
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Insert ignition key into ignition lock.
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Switch ignition on, so that steering column can turn freely.
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Using pliers, squeeze steering column and U-joint together.
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Install nuts connecting steering column to U-joint and tighten.
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Align steering column tube by sliding up or down so that the steering column does not bind when turning steering wheel.
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Tighten steering column tube nuts (arrows).
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Install ignition/starter switch connector.
CAUTION! If alignment as described above is not possible, loosen steering gear at mount and move until wiring harness has slack
Note: If steering column and tube have been separated from each other, install spring first, then install lock washers on steering column.
The remaining installation is the reverse order of removal.