Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

The steering column
The intermediate shaft
The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.

Lock the steering wheel in the centered position with the wheels straight forward.
Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to INFLATABLE RESTRAINT STEERING WHEEL MODULE COIL REPLACEMENT .
Remove the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to DRIVER KNEE BOLSTER REINFORCEMENT REPLACEMENT .
Disconnect all electrical connectors as needed.
NOTE: Scribe alignment marks on the steering column and the intermediate steering shaft for reassembly alignment.
Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT .

Fig 1: Locating Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt
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Remove the steering column lower support bracket bolt (1).

Fig 2: Locating Steering Column Upper Support Bracket Bolts
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Remove the steering column upper support bracket bolts (1).
Remove the steering column.
If the steering column is being replaced transfer all necessary components.