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Tilt Spring - Disassemble - Off Vehicle

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CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .
  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS - DISASSEMBLE - Off Vehicle .
  3. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column in the UP position.
    Fig 1: Steering Column
    G01827146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.
  4. Pry the tilt spring (1) up until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt spring (1) tension is removed.
  5. Secure the tilt spring (1) and continue prying until the tilt spring (1) disengages from the post on the steering column support assembly (2) and the steering column tilt head assembly (3).
    Fig 2: Tilt Spring
    G01827147Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).
    Fig 3: Removing Spring Guide
    G01827148Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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