For 1990-2009 cars only
- Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Remove the tilt lever from the upper trim cover. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
- Remove the steering wheel from the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
- Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
- Check the steering column for accident damage.
- Remove 2 pan head tapping screws (2) from the lower trim cover (1).
- Unsnap the closeout trim cover from the lower trim cover (1).
- Remove the lower trim cover (1).
- Remove 1 TORX® head screw (3) from the upper trim cover (1).
- Remove the upper trim cover (1) with the closeout trim cover (2).
- If necessary, remove the closeout trim cover (2) from the upper trim cover (1).
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• Air bag deployment • Personal injury
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
• Unnecessary SIR system repairs • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
Important: Place the steering column in the center position.
