Tilt Steering Column: Removal

Fig 1: Identifying Tilt Steering Column Components

Tightening torque: N.m (kgf-m, ft-lb) 

1. T1:  24 (2.4, 17.4)
2. T2:  25 (2.5, 18.1)

1. Set the vehicle on the lift.
2. Disconnect battery minus terminal.
3. Remove airbag module. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
   WARNING: Always refer to "Air Bag System" before performing airbag module service (if so equipped). See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
4. Remove steering wheel. See REMOVAL  , Steering Wheel.
5. Remove universal joint. See REMOVAL  , Universal Joint.
6. Remove trim panel under instrument panel.
7. Remove the screw securing lower steering column cover.
   Fig 2: Removing Screw Securing Lower Steering Column Cover

   
8. Remove all connectors from steering column.
9. Remove the two bolts under instrument panel securing steering column.
   Fig 3: Removing Two Bolts Under Instrument Panel Securing Steering Column

   
10. Pull out steering shaft assembly from hole on toe board.
    CAUTION: Be sure to remove universal joint before removing steering shaft assembly installing bolts when removing steering shaft assembly or when lowering it for servicing of other parts.