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Tools Required

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.
  2. Remove the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement.

  3. Object Number: 588367  Size: SH
  4. Using J 23653-SIR remove the bearing retainer (1).

  5. Object Number: 420186  Size: SH
  6. Remove the shaft lock shield assembly (1).
  7. Remove the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
  8. 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 shaft lock shield assembly (1).

  4. Object Number: 588367  Size: SH
  5. Install the bearing retainer onto J 23653-SIR .
  6. Using J 23653-SIR depress the shaft lock shield assembly.
  7. Push the bearing retainer (1) into place.
  8. Remove J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft.
  9. Install the SIR coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement.
  10. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.