Lower Steering Column Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Removing
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-- Remove the upper steering column trim panel. Refer to UPPER STEERING COLUMN TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise 90° from the straight position.
-- Remove the bolt -1-.
-- Turn the steering wheel back 180° and remove bolt on the opposite side.
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If the screw -1- is not accessible, the steering wheel must be removed to continue the procedure. Refer to STEERING WHEEL .
-- Remove the screw -3- and remove the lower steering column trim panel -2-.
-- Disengage the cable holder on the steering column trim panel.
-- Disconnect the connector for the Steering Column Adjustment Switch -E167-.