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Removal and Installation: Removal

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  1. Remove the spiral cable with the combination switches attached from the steering column assembly. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  2. Remove the instrument lower panel LH. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  3. Disconnect the following:
    • Ignition key lamp
    • Immobilizer
    • Ignition switch
  4. Disconnect key interlock cable from steering column (if equipped). Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  5. Remove the lock nut and bolt from the upper joint, then separate the upper joint from the upper shaft.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse the lock nut.
    Fig 1: Locating Upper Joint Lock Nut And Bolt
    G04902301Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the three nuts and bolt from the steering column assembly, then remove the steering column assembly from the steering member.
  7. Remove the hole cover seal and clamp.
  8. Remove the hole cover nuts, then remove the hole cover from the dash panel.
    Fig 2: Locating Steering Column Assembly Nuts And Bolts
    G04902302Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the bolt from the lower joint of the lower joint shaft, then remove the lower joint shaft from the vehicle.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not damage the lower joint.
    Fig 3: Locating Lower Joint Pinch Bolt Of Lower Joint Shaft
    G04902303Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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