Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble

Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Floor Shift)

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
2. Remove the steering wheel from the column.
3. Remove the tilt lever from the lower trim cover.
4. Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) from the lower trim cover (2).





5. Remove the lower trim cover from the upper trim cover by performing the following steps:
5.1. Tilt the lower trim cover down.
5.2. Slide the lower trim cover backward in order to disengage the locking tabs.





6. Remove the 2 TORX (R) head screws (1) from the upper trim cover (2).
7. Remove the upper trim cover (2) from the steering column.