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Removal Procedure

  1. If equipped, remove the inflatable restraint instrument panel lower module. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side .
  2. Remove the instrument panel lower trim pad cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement (without Knee Airbag) , Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement (with Knee Airbag) .
  3. Remove the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  4. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement .
  5. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  6. Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement .
  7. Remove the steering column lower trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement .
  8. Remove the steering inflatable restraint module coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement .
  9. Remove the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Replacement .
  10. Remove the turn signal switch. Refer to Turn Signal Switch Replacement .
  11. Remove windshield wiper and wash switch. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement .
  12. Remove the turn signal switch bracket. Refer to Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement 
  13. If equipped, remove the ignition and start switch housing. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Housing Replacement
  14. Disconnect electrical connectors as needed.
    15. NOTE:

    Install tie straps between the tilt lever bracket and the base of the steering column to prevent the steering column jacket from pulling apart. The tilt lever MUST be in the LOCK (FULL UP) position during the steering column removal and installation to ensure that the tilt lever bracket remains rigid. Also install tie straps around the tilt lever and the steering column jacket to keep the tilt lever in the LOCK position. Do not bend the steering column energy absorbing straps located on the upper steering column mounting bracket.

  15. Install tie straps as described above.
    16. Fig 1: Steering Column Nuts
    GM2027642Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Remove and DISCARD the steering column nuts (1).
    17. Fig 2: Steering Column
    GM2027643Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Remove the steering column (1).
    18. Fig 3: Steering Column Insulator
    GM2538054Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Remove the steering column (1) insulator if necessary.
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