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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement (Except Cadillac) , Knee Bolster Replacement (Cadillac) .
  2. Remove the steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Shroud Replacement (With Electronic Tilt Steering) , Steering Column Shroud Replacement (Without Electronic Tilt Steering) .
  3. Put the steering column in the uppermost tilted position.
    4. Fig 1: Removing Tilt Spring From Steering Column Support Assembly
    GM293248Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    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.

  4. Remove the tilt spring (1) from the steering column (2) using the following procedure:
    1. Pry up the tilt spring (1) until a bulge occurs and most of the tension is removed.
    2. Secure the tilt spring (1) with locking pliers.
    3. Continue prying the tilt spring (1) until the tilt spring disengages from the posts on the steering column (2) and from the steering column tilt head (3).
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Spring Guide Components
    GM293249Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).
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