Buick Regal: Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement

Preliminary Procedure

Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement.

1. Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt[3x]

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Procedure

1. Extend the steering column to the fully telescoped position.
2. Remove the lower steering column lower trim cover bolt.
3. Rotate the steering wheel to the left and to the right to remove the upper steering column lower trim cover bolts.

Tighten 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)

2. Steering Column Lower Trim Cover

STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT

WARNING: Before installing the steering column lock control module to the steering column, ensure that no fasteners or debris fall into the column. If fasteners or debris fall into the column, it will cause binding of the steering system, which may result in bodily injury or death.

Preliminary Procedure Unlock the steering column lock control module and remove the steering column along with the steering wheel.

1. Steering Column Lock Control Module Bolt- Rear[2x]
   CAUTION: Fastener Caution
   Tighten
   9.5 N.m (84 lb in)
2. Steering Column Lock Control Module Bolt- Side[2x]
   Tighten
   9.5 N.m (84 lb in)
3. Steering Column Lock Control Module

Procedure

1. Move in the direction of the arrow.
2. Program the steering column lock control module.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedures

1. Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement.

2. Reposition the steering column upper trim cover as necessary.

1. Turn Signal Switch

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Release the retaining tabs and remove the turn signal switch from the turn signal switch bracket.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH BRACKET REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedures

1. Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement.

2. Turn Signal Switch Replacement.

3. Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement.

1. Turn Signal Switch Bracket

Procedure

1. Release the retaining tabs and remove the turn signal switch bracket from the steering column.
2. Remove and DISCARD

STEERING WHEEL PAD ACCESSORY WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the left side rear radio control switch.

2. Remove the right side rear radio control switch.

1. Steering Wheel Pad Accessory Wiring Harness

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
2. Remove the steering wheel pad accessory wiring harness from the steering wheel.

STEERING WHEEL HEAT CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedure

Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement
Cruise Control Switch Replacement
Radio Control Switch Replacement - Steering Wheel

1. Steering Wheel Heat Control Module

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
2. Remove the steering wheel heat control module wiring harness from the steering wheel.
3. Remove the steering wheel heat control module from the steering wheel

STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedure

Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement.

1. Steering Wheel Bolt

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners.

Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

Procedure

1. Remove and DISCARD the bolt.
2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the NEW bolt.

NOTE:

• Steering wheel bolts installed during manufacturing require higher torque efforts to remove than bolts installed after manufacturing.
• The ONLY acceptable bit for removing and installing the steering wheel bolt is a T50 bit. Do NOT use any other size bit or a worn T50 bit or the bolt recess MAY strip and the bolt may NOT be removable.
• If a power tool is used to remove the steering wheel bolt, the tool must have a torque rating greater than 75 N.m (55 lb ft) and both the power tool and the T50 bit MUST be positioned perpendicular to the bolt recess.

Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)

2. Steering Wheel

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
2. Install the steering wheel bolt until 2 to 3 threads are engaged.
3. Wiggle the steering wheel until the wheel disengages completely.
4. Steering Wheel Bolt - Remove
5. Steering Wheel - Remove
6. Transfer components as necessary.

STEERING WHEEL SPOKE COVER REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedure

Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement.

1. Steering Wheel Spoke Cover Fastener[4x]

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)

2. Steering Wheel Spoke Cover

Procedure

1.  Use a flat bladed plastic tool to remove.
2.  Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3.  Transfer components as necessary.

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