Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Left HVAC Duct

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NOTE: Cover driver seat to protect seat trim.

Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
Remove SIR coil assembly. Refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY
Remove HVAC duct.

Fig 2: Removing & Installing Knee Bolster Trim Panel
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Remove knee bolster.

Fig 3: Identifying Connectors For Steering Column Replacement
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Disconnect connectors at wiper/washer switch and headlamp/turn switch.
Disconnect ignition switch electrical connectors at left of steering column.
Disconnect interlock solenoid electrical connector at right of steering column.
Disconnect ignition switch connector at right of column.

Fig 4: Removing & Installing Multi-Function Levers
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Remove wiper/washer and headlamp/turn signal switch.

Fig 5: Removing & Installing Multifunction Switch Housing
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Remove signal switch housing.

Fig 6: Removing & Installing Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Column Bolt
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Remove upper intermediate shaft bolt and disconnect shaft from steering column.

Fig 7: Removing & Installing Steering Column Assembly
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Remove steering column lower support bolt.
IMPORTANT: Behind the nut is a plastic locator for steering column. This piece will center steering column in front of driver in the event of an accident.
Remove steering column upper support bolt and nut.
Remove steering column from vehicle.

Fig 8: Locating Lock Cylinder Housing Assembly Shear Bolts
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Position steering column in a vise at upper bracket. Using a centering punch, mark the center of shear bolts on lock cylinder housing assembly.

Fig 9: Removing & Installing Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Housing
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Drill a small hole (1/8 in. drill bit) in shear bolts at center mark. Remove shear bolts with a screw extractor, and remove ignition module and housing from steering column.