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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: If the steering column connectors are disconnected with the ignition in the ON position, the body control module (BCM) will enter a fail enable mode and prevent steering column lock operations. The PCM will also inhibit vehicle motion by disabling fuel. To clear the BCM fail enable mode, disconnect the BCM #25 for 15 seconds.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Disconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
    3. NOTE: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.
  3. Insert the J 42640  .
    4. Fig 2: Knee Bolster & Bolts
    GM348714Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the knee bolster panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement .
    5. NOTE: Avoid damaging the steering column electronic lock harness by gently removing the plugs installed in the I/P beam. Do NOT twist, pull, bend, cut, or incorrectly route the harness. Damage to the harness will require replacement of the entire electronic lock.
  5. Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors.
    6. Fig 3: View Of Closeout Shroud, Lower Steering Column Trim Cover & Retaining Screws
    GM588300Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the lower steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  7. Remove the heater duct.
  8. Remove the telescoping motor. Refer to Telescope Actuator Assembly Replacement .
  9. Remove the tilt motor and bracket assembly. Refer to Tilt Actuator Assembly Replacement .
  10. Remove the intermediate shaft to column through bolt.
    11. Fig 4: Identifying Mounting Bolts Of Steering Column
    GM1551471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the mounting bolts (1, 2, 3, 4) from the steering column.
    12. NOTE: Once the steering column is removed from the vehicle, the column is extremely susceptible to damage. Dropping the column assembly on the end could collapse the steering shaft or loosen the plastic injections, which maintain column rigidity. Leaning on the column assembly could cause the jacket to bend or deform. Any of the above damage could impair the columns collapsible design. Do NOT hammer on the end of the shaft, because hammering could loosen the plastic injections, which maintain column rigidity. If you need to remove the steering wheel, refer to the Steering Wheel Replacement  procedure in this section.
  12. With the aid of an assistant, remove the steering column.
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