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Steering Column Trim Covers -Disassemble - Off Vehicle

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CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION
  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING SYSTEM in SIR.

    Important:  Place the steering column in the center position.

  2. Remove the tilt lever from the upper trim cover. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle 
  3. Remove the steering wheel from the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement 
  4. Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement 
  5. Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) from the lower trim cover (2).
  6. Remove the lower trim cover (2).
    Fig 1: Remove Lower Trim Cover
    G01758487Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the lower trim cover.
    Fig 2: Torx® Head Screws Removed From Upper Trim Cover
    G01758488Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the 2 Torx® head screws (1) from the upper trim cover (2).
  9. Remove the upper trim cover (2).
    Fig 3: Remove The Upper Trim Cover
    G01758489Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.