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Removal Procedure

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.
  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. 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).
    Fig 1: Removing Tilt Spring
    G02501440Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).
    Fig 2: Identifying Spring Guide & Tilt Spring
    G02501441Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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