Steering Column (Column Shift): Removal
- Disconnect battery negative cable. Disconnect transmission shift cable rod by prying rod from grommet in shift lever. Remove cable clip. Remove cable from lower bracket.
- Disconnect either the flexible coupling, "Pot" coupling or "U" joint from pinion shaft.
- On all models, disconnect wiring connectors at column jacket. Remove steering wheel and horn pad. Refer to the appropriate STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL article in this section. Remove damper assembly (if equipped). Remove turn signal lever.
- Remove steering column-to-floor pan attaching screws. Expose steering column bracket. Remove instrument panel steering column cover. Lower reinforcement. Disconnect bezel. Remove indicator set screw and gearshift pointer from shift housing.
- Remove steering column bracket-to-instrument panel attaching nuts. Lower support bracket. Firmly grasp steering column assembly and pull rearward, while disconnecting lower stub shaft from pinion shaft coupling.
NOTE:
On vehicles equipped with cruise control and M/T, take care not to damage clutch pedal cruise control switch.