Lower Steering Column Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Lower Steering Column Trim Panel Fasteners

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-- Remove the steering column switch module upper trim panel. Refer to UPPER STEERING COLUMN TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Rotate the steering wheel 90° to the side from the straight-ahead position.

-- Remove the bolts -1- and -2-.

NOTE:

If the bolts -1- and -2- are not accessible, the steering wheel must be removed to continue the procedure. Refer to STEERING COLUMN .

-- Remove the screw -4- and the steering column switch module lower trim panel -3-.