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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor
    • J 42137 Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor Adapter

    Object Number: 338052  Size: SH

    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
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • 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.

  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Important: Do not remove the wire harness straps unless necessary.

  3. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
  4. Remove and dispose of the bearing retainer using J 23653-SIR .
  5. Remove J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft assembly.

  6. Object Number: 696719  Size: SH
  7. Remove the cam orientation plate (1).
  8. Remove the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
  9. Remove the upper bearing spring (3).
  10. Remove the upper bearing inner race seat (4).
  11. Remove the inner race (5).