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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
  2. Remove the steering column jacket. Refer to Steering Column Jacket Replacement .
  3. Remove and discard the 4 support screws (1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Support Mounting Adapter Screws
    GM599101Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the support mounting adapter (2).
  5. Remove and discard the lower spring retainer (6).
  6. Remove the lower bearing spring (5).
  7. Remove the lower bearing seat (4).
    Fig 2: View Of Steering Shaft & Lower Bearing
    GM372193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the adapter and bearing assembly (3).
  9. Remove and discard the bearing retainer (1).
  10. Remove the steering shaft assembly (2) from the steering column jacket.
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