Steering Column Cover Removal/Installation

Steering Column Cover Removal/Installation

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard or the related parts.
- Do not pry the column cover surface with any tools.

1. Turn the steering wheel to access the mounting screws, then remove the screws from front side of the column cover (A).






2. Detach the clips and release the hooks fastening the instrument fascia from the upper column cover.

3. Insert a flat-tip of a small screwdriver or similar tool into the holes (A) in the lower column cover (B). Gently push to release the hooks (C), and pull up the upper column cover (D) to remove it.






4. Remove the screws (A, B), and disconnect the power tilt/telescopic steering switch connector (C), then remove the lower column cover (D).





5. Install the upper and the lower column covers in the reverse order of removal and note these items:

- Make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched before tightening the screws.
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
- Push the hooks into place securely.