Steering Wheel and Column Specifications

1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Steering Wheel and Column Specifications
Brace Bolt, Steering Column
Lower Support 9.5 Nm (84 inch lbs.)
Column Support Bolts 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
Connector, Steering Column
Wiring Harness 4.8 Nm (42 inch lbs.)
Deflector Bolt and Nut 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.)
Inflator Module To
Steering Wheel Screw 3 Nm (27 inch lbs.)
Intermediate Shaft:
Pinch Bolt 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.)
Steering Wheel Nut 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
Tilt Wheel 1.4 Nm (12 inch lbs.)



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