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Tools Required

J 41352 Steering Column Holding Fixture

  1. The turn signal switch assembly must be in the UP position.
  2. Important: Check the fused jumper assembly for burned 2 amp fuses before doing this procedure.

  3. Align the block tooth on the steering shaft assembly to the 12 o'clock position.
  4. Check steering column for accident damage. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection - Off Vehicle .
  5. Place the ignition into the LOCK position to center the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil.

  6. Object Number: 343711  Size: SH
  7. Install the steering column and J 41352 into a vise.
  8. Remove the wire harness assembly from the wire harness strap (1).

  9. Object Number: 343706  Size: SH
  10. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil connector (1) from the fused jumper assembly connector (2).

  11. Object Number: 343702  Size: SH
  12. Remove the retaining ring.

  13. Object Number: 343717  Size: SH
  14. Remove the wire protector.
  15. Attach a wire to the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil connector. Attaching a wire to the connector will make installation easier.
  16. Gently pull the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and connector from the steering column.