Steering Wheel Column Lock: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove tilt wheel lever by releasing locking tab and pulling out lever. Remove air bag. Remove steering wheel. Remove knee bolster trim panel. Remove upper and lower column covers. Disconnect wiring harness connectors. Remove snap ring and SIR coil. Compress shaft lock shield using SIR Tool (J 23653). Remove retaining ring, wave washer and shield. Remove screws and electronic column lock from column. See Figure .