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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Telescope the steering column to its most extended position.

    2. Object Number: 1998799 Size: SH
  2. Remove the steering column lower trim cover bolts (2) from the steering column lower trim cover (1).

    3. Object Number: 1998798 Size: SH
  3. Disengage the steering column upper trim cover from the steering column lower trim cover.
  4. Remove the steering column upper trim cover (1) from the steering column.
  5. Maneuver the steering column lower trim cover around the tilt lever to remove it.

Installation Procedure
  1. Maneuver the steering column lower trim cover around the tilt lever and position it in place.

    2. Object Number: 1998798 Size: SH
  2. Position the steering column upper trim cover (1) to the steering column.
  3. Engage the steering column upper trim cover to the steering column lower trim cover.

    4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1998799 Size: SH
  4. Install the steering column lower trim cover bolts (2) to the steering column lower trim cover (1).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).