Disassembly Procedure
- Remove the upper and lower shrouds. Refer to
Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle
.
- Use the tilt lever in
order to tilt the column in the UP position.
Caution
The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure and could become
a projectile. During the disassembly and assembly procedures, secure the tilt
spring. Exercise caution when removing or installing the tilt spring and
the spring guide, as bodily injury may result.
Remove the tilt spring (1) by performing the following steps:
| 3.1. | Pry the tilt spring up until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt
spring tension is removed. |
| 3.2. | Secure the tilt spring. Continue prying until the tilt spring
disengages from the following components: |
| • | The post on the steering column support assembly (2) |
| • | The post on the steering column tilt head assembly (3) |
- Remove the spring guide (1)
from the tilt spring (2).
