Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to the following procedures in SIR:
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (7.0L) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the instrument panel (I/P) assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Assembly Replacement .
- Remove the upper and lower nuts retaining the steering column to the steering column bracket. Carefully rest the steering column on the I/P lower support beam. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Remove the accelerator pedal assembly with the accelerator pedal position sensor.
- Disconnect the brake master cylinder push rod from the brake pedal.
- Remove the brake booster mounting nuts.
- Remove the mounting bolts from the cruise control release switch bracket.
- Reposition the cruise control release switch and the bracket.
- Disconnect the master cylinder push rod from the clutch pedal.
- Mark the location of the steering column bracket.
- Remove the bolts which secure the steering column bracket to the I/P lower support beam.
- Remove the bolts which secure the steering column bracket to the I/P upper support beam.
- Remove the steering column bracket.
IMPORTANT:
The following step ensures proper trim fit during installation.