Steering Column: Disassembly
- Remove turn signal and multifunction switches. See TURN SIGNAL & MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH . Remove tilt spring. Using Pivot Pin Remover (J-21854-01), remove 2 pivot pins. See Fig 1 .
- Remove dual triangle sensor assembly. Remove boot, steering shaft seal, sensor retainer and boot seal. SeeFigure and Figure . Remove cable support bracket. Remove tilt head assembly, with lower steering shaft still attached. Remove tilt head assembly. Tilt upper shaft assembly 90 degrees towards steering shaft to separate.
NOTE:
Vehicles involved in accident with frame damage, major body damage or impact to the steering column may have damaged or misaligned steering column. Use the following procedures to inspect steering column for damage.