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Tools Required

J 39246 Tilt Lever Spring Compressor


    Object Number: 343858  Size: SH
  1. Install the spring guide (3), the wheel tilt spring (1), and the spring retainer (2) to the steering column housing. Lubricate with synthetic grease.

  2. Object Number: 343859  Size: SH
  3. Align the securing tabs (1) on the spring retainer (3) with the slots (2) in the tilt spring hole.

  4. Object Number: 343839  Size: SH
  5. Seat the counterbore of tool J 39246 (1) over the end of race and upper shaft assembly.
  6. Thread and seat the standard hexagon nut (3) on the race and upper shaft assembly (2) to secure the tool.

  7. Object Number: 343842  Size: SH
  8. Align the square extension on the end of the tool bolt (2) with the square hole in the spring retainer (1).

  9. Object Number: 346977  Size: SH
  10. Rotate the tool bolt (1) counter clockwise with a wrench until the spring and spring retainer are pushed into the steering column housing (2).

  11. Object Number: 347631  Size: SH
  12. Rotate the hexagon section (1) on the end of the tool bolt (2) counter clockwise approximately a quarter turn to lock the retainer into place.
  13. Install the pivot and pulse switch assembly. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle .