Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor
J 42137 Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor Adapter

Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
Remove the bearing retainer (1) using J 23653-SIR and J 42137.

Fig 1: Removing Bearing Retainer
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Remove the following parts from the steering shaft assembly:
1. The shaft lock shield assembly (1)
2. The turn signal cancel cam assembly (2)
3. The upper bearing spring (3)
4. The upper bearing inner race seat (4)
5. The inner race (5)

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Shaft Assembly Components

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