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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
    • The steering column
    • The intermediate shaft(s)
    • The steering gear

    After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.
  1. Remove the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  2. Remove the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement .
  3. Disconnect all electrical connectors as needed.
    4. NOTE: Scribe alignment marks on the steering column and the intermediate steering shaft for reassembly alignment.
  4. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
    5. Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt
    GM1823514Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the steering column lower support bracket bolt (1).
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Upper Support Bracket Bolts
    GM1823661Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the steering column upper support bracket bolts (1).
  7. Remove the steering column.
  8. If the steering column is being replaced transfer all necessary components.
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