32 31 004 Removing And Installing/Replacing Upper Section Of Steering Column Trim

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove lower section of steering column trim. Refer to 32 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .
Move steering column into "lower" and "extended" position.
Remove wood trim on instrument panel, middle. Refer to 51 45 363 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTER WOOD TRIM ON INSTRUMENT PANEL .

NOTE: The steering wheel/front section has been removed to simplify the depiction in the graphics.

Unclip cover caps (1).

Unfasten screws.

Installation:

Replace expansion rivets.

Fig 1: Cover Caps And Retaining Screws

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Pull off upper section with a firm jolt and remove towards rear.

Fig 2: Upper Section Cover Removal Direction

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Installation:

Pins (1) must engage in locks (2).

Fig 3: Pins And Locks

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