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Steering Column Tilt Head Replacement




Steering Column Tilt Head Replacement

Special Tools

J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to SIR Warning (SIR Warning).

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the SIR coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement (Removal and Replacement).




3. Using J 23653-SIR remove the bearing retainer (1).




4. Remove the shaft lock shield assembly (1).
5. Remove the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
6. Remove the upper bearing spring (3).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the upper bearing spring (3).
2. Install the turn signal cancel cam assembly (2).
3. Install the shaft lock shield assembly (1).




4. Install the bearing retainer onto J 23653-SIR .
5. Using J 23653-SIR depress the shaft lock shield assembly.
6. Push the bearing retainer (1) into place.
7. Remove J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft.
8. Install the SIR coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement (Removal and Replacement).
9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).