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For 1990-2009 cars only

Disassembly Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 41352 Modular Column Holding Fixture
    • J 42640 Steering Column Anti Rotation Pin

    Object Number: 323849  Size: SH
  1. Put the steering column and J 41352 into a vise.
  2. Insert J 42640 into the lower shroud of the steering column.
  3. Inspect the steering column for accident damage. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection - Off Vehicle

  4. Object Number: 306205  Size: SH
  5. Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) from the lower shroud (2).

  6. Object Number: 328807  Size: SH
  7. Remove the lower shroud from the upper shroud.
  8. Tilt the lower shroud down.
  9. Slide the lower shroud backward in order to disengage the locking tabs.

  10. Object Number: 419648  Size: SH
  11. Remove the shift lever screw (3) from the shift lever assembly (4).
  12. Remove the shift lever assembly (4) from the shift lever seal (2).
  13. Remove the shift lever seal (2) from the upper shroud (1).