Removal Procedure

Extend the steering column to the fully telescoped position.
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Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool to separate the steering column upper trim cover (1) from the steering column lower trim cover. Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement (Equinox)
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Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate (1) - Remove
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Release the steering column upper trim cover closeout (1) from the instrument panel cluster trim plate.
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Separate the steering column upper trim cover (1) from the instrument panel cluster trim plate (2).