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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  2. With the column fully extended remove the key from the ignition.
  3. Remove the tilt lever from the steering column. Refer to TILT LEVER REPLACEMENT  .
  4. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - KNEE BOLSTER in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  5. Remove the 2 TORX® head screws from the lower trim cover.
    Fig 1: Removing TORX® Head Screws From Lower Trim Cover
    G01419186Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Separate the retaining tabs on the lower trim cover from the steering column close out trim cover.
    Fig 2: Separating Retaining Tabs On Trim Cover
    G01419187Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the switch wires from the telescope motor assembly, which is routed in clips along the bottom of the lower trim cover.
  8. From the inside of the lower trim cover, push out the telescope actuator assembly switch.
  9. Disconnect the assembly switch connector from the instrument panel wiring harness.
  10. Remove the telescope motor assembly switch and wires from the trim cover.