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Special Tools

J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .
  2. Remove the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement .
  3. Remove the bearing Retainer (1) with J 23653-SIR .

  4. Object Number: 420186  Size: SH
  5. Remove the shift shaft lock shield assembly (1).
  6. Remove the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
  7. Remove the upper bearing spring (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 420186  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper bearing spring (3).
  2. Install the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
  3. Install the shift shaft lock shield assembly (1).

  4. Object Number: 588367  Size: SH
  5. Install the bearing support onto J 23653-SIR .
  6. Press the shift shaft lock shield assembly down with J 23653-SIR .
  7. Push the bearing support (1) into position.
  8. Remove J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft.
  9. Install the SIR coil. Refer to Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement .
  10. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .