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Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 23653-SIR Lock Plate Compressor


    Object Number: 82187  Size: SH
  1. Repeat steps 1 through 9 in the lower shroud, upper shroud removal procedure. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - Off Vehicle .
  2. Remove the snap ring and the SIR coil.
  3. Compress the shaft lock shield using J 23653-SIR .
  4. Remove and dispose the retaining ring.
  5. Remove the wave washer.
  6. Remove the shaft lock shield.

  7. Object Number: 201649  Size: SH
  8. Remove the two pan head tapping screws.
  9. Remove the electronic column lock from the steering column housing.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 23653-SIR Lock Plate Compressor


    Object Number: 201649  Size: SH
  1. Install the electronic column lock from the steering column housing.
  2. Install the two pan head tapping screws.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Tighten
    Tighten the pan head tapping screws to 6.0 N·m (53 lb in).


    Object Number: 82187  Size: SH
  4. Install the shaft lock shield.
  5. Install the wave washer.
  6. Compress the shaft lock shield using J 23653-SIR .
  7. Install a new retaining ring.
  8. Install the snap ring and the SIR coil.
  9. Repeat steps 1 through 9 in the lower shroud, upper shroud removal procedure. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - Off Vehicle .