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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.
  1. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the UP position.
  2. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle .
  3. Remove the tilt spring (1) in the following manner:
    1. 3.1. Pry the tilt spring up until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt spring tension is removed.
    2. 3.2. Secure the tilt spring with locking pliers and continue prying until the tilt spring disengages from the post of the steering column support assembly (3).
      Fig 1: Tilt Spring Components
      G01720266Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).
    Fig 2: Spring Guide And Tilt Spring
    G01720267Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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