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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
  2. Remove the steering column tilt head. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TILT HEAD HOUSING REPLACEMENT   .
  3. Remove the steering shaft (1) from the steering column tilt head assembly.
  4. Inspect the steering column for accident damage. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ACCIDENT DAMAGE INSPECTION   .
    Fig 1: Removing Steering Column Shaft
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