Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift Snap On Shrouds)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Remove the steering wheel from the column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
- Remove the tilt lever from the lower trim cover. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
Important: You must check for 2 pan head tapping screws (1,2) in the lower trim cover before removal.
- If necessary, remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (1,2) from the lower trim cover (3). Remove the lower trim cover (3). If screws are not present in the lower trim cover, proceed to the next step.
- Gently unsnap the lower trim cover from the upper trim cover.
Important: You must check for 2 pan head tapping screws (1,2) in the lower trim cover (3) before removal.
- If necessary, remove 1 TORX® head screw (1) from the upper trim cover (2). If a screw is not present, remove the upper trim cover (2).