Tools Required

J 42640 Steering Column Lock Pin

Important: If the steering column connectors are disconnected with the ignition in the ON position, the BCM will enter a fail enable mode and prevent steering column lock operation. The PCM will also inhibit vehicle motion by disabling fuel. To clear the BCM fail enable mode, disconnect the BCM fuse #25 for 15 seconds.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.

Notice: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.

2. Insert J 42640 into the steering column access hole in order to lock the steering column. This will maintain the correct orientation.

Notice: Once the steering column is removed from the vehicle, the column is extremely susceptible to damage. Dropping the column assembly on the end could collapse the steering shaft or loosen the plastic injections, which maintain column rigidity. Leaning on the column assembly could cause the jacket to bend or deform. Any of the above damage could impair the columns collapsible design. Do NOT hammer on the end of the shaft, because hammering could loosen the plastic injections, which maintain column rigidity. If you need to remove the steering wheel, refer to the Steering Wheel Replacement procedure in this section.

3. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.

1. Position the steering column assembly (2) on the cross car bracket.
2. Remove J 42640 from the steering column.
3. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.