Cover-Steering Column Opening: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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.
- 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.