Tilt Spring - Disassemble

Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the upper and lower shrouds. Refer to Trim Covers, Shift Lever Seal - Disassemble - Off Vehicle.





2. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column in the UP position.

Caution: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure and could become a projectile. During the disassembly and assembly procedures, secure the tilt spring. Exercise caution when removing or installing the tilt spring and the spring guide, as bodily injury may result.





3. Remove the tilt spring (1).
3.1. Pry the tilt spring up using a screwdriver until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt spring tension is removed.
3.2. Secure the tilt spring with locking pliers and continue prying until the tilt spring disengages from the post on the steering column support assembly (2) and the steering column tilt head assembly (3).





4. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).