Steering Column: Removal
- If the steering column is being removed to service a steering column component, remove steering wheel and SRS coil before removing steering column. See STEERING WHEEL & AIR BAG MODULE and refer to SRS COIL . If steering column is being removed to gain access to instrument panel components, disable SRS system and do not remove steering wheel. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG .
- Turn ignition switch to Lock position. Remove knee bolster and steering column covers. See Figure. Disconnect steering column electrical connectors. Disconnect steering column joint pinch bolt. Remove steering column mounting nuts and bolts, and disconnect steering column from instrument panel. Remove steering column from vehicle.