Steering Column: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .
NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

Remove the SCCM. Refer to: Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) .
Remove the steering column shrouds. Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds .
NOTE: Make sure that the steering wheel does not rotate or damage to the clockspring may occur.

Secure the steering wheel.

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Unclip and lower the steering column opening lower trim panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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Remove the retainers and the lower steering column trim panel.

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Remove the retainers and the knee bolster reinforcement panel.
Torque

: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

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Position the wire harness aside.

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WARNING: Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

Disconnect the steering column upper shaft from the steering column.
1. Remove and discard the retainer.
  Torque
  
  : 21 lb.ft (28 Nm)
2. Disconnect the steering column upper shaft from the steering column.
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WARNING: Do not reuse steering column nuts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

Remove and discard the retainers and remove the steering column.

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