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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION:

    The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.

  1. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the UP position.
  2. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle .
    3. Fig 1: Removing Tilt Spring From Steering Column Support Assembly
    GM293248Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the tilt spring (1) in the following manner:
    1. Pry the tilt spring up until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt spring tension is removed.
    2. Secure the tilt spring with locking pliers and continue prying until the tilt spring disengages from the post of the steering column support assembly (3).
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Spring Guide Components
    GM293249Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).
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