Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- With the column fully extended remove the key from the ignition.
- Remove the tilt lever from the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Wheel Release Lever Replacement .
- Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
- Remove the 2 TORX® head screws from the lower trim cover.
- Separate the retaining tabs on the lower trim cover from the steering column close out trim cover.
- Remove the switch wires from the telescope motor assembly, which is routed in clips along the bottom of the lower trim cover.
- From the inside of the lower trim cover, push out the telescope actuator assembly switch.
- Disconnect the assembly switch connector from the instrument panel wiring harness.
- Remove the telescope motor assembly switch and wires from the trim cover.
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning
.