Shroud - Lower - Steering Column - Remove and Replace: Remove

Open the LH front door and fully lower all windows.
Set the vehicle's front wheels straight and the steering wheel centered.
Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
Remove the driver airbag. See AIRBAG - DRIVER (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
Remove the steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL (REMOVE AND INSTALL) .
Release the clips that attach the steering column upper shroud to the lower shroud, and then pull the upper shroud up.

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Remove the upper screws that attach the steering column lower shroud to the steering column.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
1. Torx T20 socket
2. in std ratchet
3. 2 in extension
4. Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
  1. Torx T20 bit, 70 mm
  2. Wiha in bit holder adapter
  3. Wiha torque setter
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Remove the lower screw that attaches the steering column lower shroud to the steering column, and then remove the lower shroud from the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
1. Torx T20 socket
2. in std ratchet
3. 2 in extension
4. Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
  1. Torx T20 bit, 70 mm
  2. Wiha in bit holder adapter
  3. Wiha torque setter
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