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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 21854-01 Pivot Pin Remover

  1. Remove the electronic lock module assembly. Refer to Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle
  2. Remove the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly only. Refer to Turn Signal and Multifunction Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle
  3. Remove the tilt spring only. Refer to Tilt Spring - Disassemble - Off Vehicle
  4. Remove the linear shift assembly and the automatic transmission shift lock control only. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle

  5. Object Number: 420219  Size: SH
  6. Remove 2 pivot pins (1) from the steering column support assembly using J 21854-01

  7. Object Number: 420221  Size: SH
  8. If the sensor assembly is present, perform the following steps.
  9. 6.1. Remove the boot (5).
    6.2. Remove the steering shaft seal (4).
    6.3. Remove the sensor retainer (3).
    6.4. Remove the sensor locator (2).
    6.5. Remove the sensor steer assembly (1).

    Object Number: 420222  Size: SH
  10. If you do not have a sensor assembly, perform the following:
  11. 7.1. Remove the boot (4).
    7.2. Remove the steering shaft seal (3).
    7.3. Remove the sensor retainer (2).
    7.4. Remove the boot seal (1).

    Object Number: 420256  Size: SH
  12. Remove the 3 flat head screws.
  13. Remove the cable support bracket.

  14. Object Number: 420224  Size: SH
  15. Remove the tilt head assembly (1) from the steering column support assembly (2) with the steering shaft (3) still attached.

  16. Object Number: 516127  Size: SH
  17. Remove the tilt head assembly (1) from the steering shaft assembly (2).

  18. Object Number: 306318  Size: SH

    Important: Mark the race and upper shaft (1) and the lower steering shaft (2) to ensure proper assembly. Failure to assemble properly will cause the steering wheel to be tuned 180 degrees.

  19. Tilt the upper shaft assembly 90 degrees to the steering shaft assembly and disengage.