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Removal Procedure

  1. Place the steering wheel in the straight forward position.
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  3. Remove the column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement (Except Redline)  or Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement (Redline) .
  4. Remove the SIR coil module assembly. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement .
  5. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) lower compartment. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
  6. Remove the ignition lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement .
  7. Fig 1: View Of Steering Column
    GM854962Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not remove the steering column to intermediate shaft pinch bolt.
  8. Remove the steering column mounting bolts.
  9. Support the lower column as necessary.
  10. Fig 2: View Of Upper Jacket
    GM854910Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the jacket attaching bolts and remove the upper jacket from the steering column.