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Steering Column Removal and Installation: Removal

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
  2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  3. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (DRIVER-SIDE) article).
  4. Remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
  5. Remove the cable reel (see CABLE REEL (SIDE-IMPACT) article).
  6. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover .
  7. Remove the column covers (A).
    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Steering Column
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  8. Remove the combination switch assembly (B) from the steering column shaft by disconnecting the connectors.
  9. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors.
  10. Remove the steering joint cover (C).
  11. Disconnect the steering joint (D), and remove it from the column shaft.
  12. Remove the steering column (E) by removing the attaching nuts and bolts.
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