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All Models: Removal

  1. Disconnect battery ground cable. If equipped with automatic transmission, disconnect transmission shift rod at steering column shift lever.
  2. On Cherokee and Wagoneer with automatic transmission and power brakes, it will be necessary to shift transmission to "1" detent position to gain access to shift rod retaining clip at shift lever.
  3. Remove upper steering shaft to intermediate shaft "U" joint pinch bolt. DO NOT  attempt to separate upper steering shaft and intermediate shaft at this time.
  4. On Cherokee and Wagoneer models with air conditioning, remove left duct extension. On all models, remove steering column to instrument panel bezel. On Cherokee, Wagoneer and truck models, bezel screws are located behind lower bezel half.
  5. Remove bolts securing steering column mounting bracket to instrument panel. Remove bolts securing mounting bracket to steering column and remove bracket.
    CAUTION: Store bracket in a safe place to prevent damage to breakaway capsules.
  6. Remove upper and lower toe-plates. Disconnect wiring harness at ignition switch, removing black connector first.
  7. If equipped with Cruise Command, disconnect electrical connector. Separate steering shaft from intermediate "U" joint and remove steering column assembly.
CAUTION: Handle steering column with care after removal. Blows on end of steering shaft or shift levers, leaning on column assembly, or dropping unit may cause damage to energy absorbing components.
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