Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
SIR CAUTION
in Cautions and Notices.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.
- Remove the lock cylinder. Refer to IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT (WITHOUT KEY) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement (With Key)
- Remove the multifunction switch. Refer to MULTIFUNCTION, TURN SIGNAL SWITCH REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the windshield wiper and washer switch. Refer to WIPERS/WASHER SWITCH REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the lock housing assembly. Refer to STEERING COLUMN UPPER HOUSING REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the ignition switch assembly. Refer to IGNITION SWITCH REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the tilt spring. Refer to TILT SPRING REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the lower shaft components. Refer to STEERING SHAFT, LOWER BEARING, AND JACKET REPLACEMENT (TILT) or STEERING SHAFT, LOWER BEARING, AND JACKET REPLACEMENT (STANDARD) .
- Remove the 2 pivot pins using J 21854-01.
- Remove the bearing and housing assembly.