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Lock Housing Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle Column Shift


    Object Number: 343861  Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the switch actuator pivot pin (2) with lithium grease.
  2. Install the switch actuator pivot pin (2) to the dimmer switch assembly (1).

  3. Object Number: 367767  Size: SH
  4. Install the pin and cover liner assembly (2) onto the steering column (1).
  5. Install the cover trim ring (3) to the pin and cover liner assembly (2)
  6. Align the lock housing cover assembly (1) onto the steering column (1).
  7. Lubricate the dimmer switch rod actuator (7) with lithium grease.
  8. Install the dimmer switch rod actuator (7) into the lock housing cover assembly (4).
  9. Align the dimmer switch rod actuator (7) with the dimmer switch actuator rod.
  10. Install the column housing cover end base plate (6).
  11. Install the column housing cover end cap (5) to the lock housing cover assembly (4).

  12. Object Number: 343832  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  13. Install the lock housing cover assembly and secure using 3 pan head 6 lobe soc tap screws (1).
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the 3 pan head 6 lobe soc tap screws to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 343818  Size: SH
  15. Lubricate the inner race (2) with lithium grease.
  16. Install the inner race (2) to the steering shaft assembly.
  17. Install the upper bearing inner race seat (1) to the steering shaft assembly.
  18. Install the steering column lock cylinder set. Refer to Steering Column Lock Cylinder Set - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

Lock Housing Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle Floor Shift


    Object Number: 343861  Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the switch actuator pivot pin (2) with lithium grease.
  2. Install the switch actuator pivot pin (2) to the dimmer switch assembly (1).

  3. Object Number: 367767  Size: SH
  4. Install the pin and cover liner assembly (2) onto the steering column (1).
  5. Install the cover trim ring (3) to the pin and cover liner assembly (2)
  6. Align the lock housing cover assembly (1) onto the steering column (1).
  7. Lubricate the dimmer switch rod actuator (7) with lithium grease.
  8. Install the dimmer switch rod actuator (7) into the lock housing cover assembly (4).
  9. Align the dimmer switch rod actuator (7) with the dimmer switch actuator rod.
  10. Install the column housing cover end base plate (6).
  11. Install the column housing cover end cap (5) to the lock housing cover assembly (4).

  12. Object Number: 343832  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  13. Install the lock housing cover assembly and secure using 3 pan head 6 lobe soc tap screws (1).
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the 3 pan head 6 lobe soc tap screws to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 343818  Size: SH
  15. Lubricate the inner race (2) with lithium grease.
  16. Install the inner race (2) to the steering shaft assembly.
  17. Install the upper bearing inner race seat (1) to the steering shaft assembly.
  18. Install the steering column lock cylinder set. Refer to Steering Column Lock Cylinder Set - Assemble - Off Vehicle .