For 1990-2009 cars only
- Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
- Remove the 3 wire harness straps (3) from the wire harness assembly (4).
- Remove the wire harness strap (2) from the upper tilt head assembly (1).
- Pop the wire harness assembly (4) out of the wire harness strap (5).
- Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws from the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly.
- If necessary, disconnect the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly connector (s).
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• Air bag deployment • Personal injury
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
• Unnecessary SIR system repairs • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
Remove the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly.
