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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
    IMPORTANT: Let the SIR coil hang freely after removal.
  2. Remove the SIR coil. Refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
  3. Remove and discard the bearing retainer using J 23653-SIR  and J 42137  .
    Fig 1: Removing Bearing Retainer Using J 23653-SIR & J 42137
    G01569305Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. If standard column, remove the following parts from the steering shaft assembly:
    1. 4.1. The cam orientation plate (4)
    2. 4.2. The turn signal cancel cam assembly (3)
    3. 4.3. The upper bearing spring (2)
    4. 4.4. The thrust washer (1)
    Fig 2: Exploded View Of Standard Steering Column Components
    G01569306Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. If tilt column, remove the following parts from the steering column shaft assembly:
    1. 5.1. The cam orientation plate (5)
    2. 5.2. The turn signal cancel cam assembly (4)
    3. 5.3. The upper bearing spring (3)
    4. 5.4. The upper bearing inner race seat (2)
    5. 5.5. The inner race (1)
    Fig 3: View Of Tilt Steering Column Components
    G01569307Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.