Cover-Steering Column Opening: Removal

Fig 1: Steering Column Cover, Wiring Connector & Park Brake Release Cable

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Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.
Remove the screws (2 and 6) that secure the steering column cover (1) to the instrument panel.
Pull the steering column cover rearward at the top and right side of the cover to release the snap retainers from the instrument panel.
Disconnect the wire harness connector (3) from the trunk release switch, if equipped.
Disconnect the release cable (4) from the emergency bracket release handle (5) and remove the steering column cover from the vehicle.

Fig 2: Reinforcement I/P Steering Column
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If required, remove the screws (3) that secure the instrument panel steering column cover reinforcement (1) to the bracket (2) and remove the reinforcement from the vehicle.