Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
- Roll back the seal on the shift lever (1) until the TORX® head shift lever screw (2) is exposed.
- Remove the TORX® head shift lever screw (2).
- Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Remove the nuts (1) from the knee bolster deflector bracket.
- Remove the wiring harness retaining pin (4) from the instrument panel.
- Remove the wire straps and open the harness insulation to gain access to the electrical wiring.
- Remove the wiring from the electrical connector.
- Remove the shift lever.
NOTE:
During removal of the steering column the wire harness retaining clip must be removed and reinstalled after installing the steering column or damage may occur to the wire harness.