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Tools Required

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  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .

    Important:  Let the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil hang freely after removal.

  2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Coil Centering - Off Vehicle (Column Shift & Floor Shift) .
  3. Compress the cam orientation plate using J 23653-SIR  and J 42137  .
  4. Remove the bearing retainer using J 23653-SIR  and J 42137  from the steering column shaft assembly.
  5. Remove J 23653-SIR  and J 42137  from the steering column shaft assembly.
  6. Discard the bearing retainer.
    Fig 1: Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor
    G01667321Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the following parts from the steering column shaft assembly:
    1. 7.1. The cam orientation plate (5)
    2. 7.2. The turn signal cancel cam assembly (4)
    3. 7.3. The upper bearing spring (3)
    4. 7.4. The upper bearing inner race seat (2)
    5. 7.5. The inner race (1)
      Fig 2: Steering Column Shaft Assembly Components
      G01667322Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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