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Electronic Column Lock Module

- Tools Required
- J 42640 Steering Column Lock Pin

Removal Procedure





Important: If the steering column connectors are disconnected with the ignition in the ON position, the BCM will enter a fail enable mode and prevent steering column lock operation. The PCM will also inhibit vehicle motion by disabling fuel. To clear the BCM fail enable mode, disconnect the BCM fuse #25 for 15 seconds.

1. Remove the upper and lower steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement-On Vehicle (Non-Telescoping) or Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement-On Vehicle (Telescoping).
2. Remove the wire harness straps (2) from the steering column tilt head assembly (1) and the column.
3. Install J 42640 to the steering column.
4. Remove the steering column tilt head assembly. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble-Off Vehicle (Telescoping) or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble-Off Vehicle (Non-Telescoping).
5. Remove the electronic column lock module. Refer to Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble-Off Vehicle (Telescoping Column) or Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble-Off Vehicle (Non -Telescoping Column).


Installation Procedure





1. Install the electronic column lock module. Refer to Electronic Column Lock Module - Assemble-Off Vehicle (Telescoping Column) or Electronic Column Lock Module - Assemble-Off Vehicle (Non-Telescoping Column).
2. Route the wire harness assembly along the steering column jacket assembly.





3. Install the wire harness assembly (1) into the wire harness strap (2).
4. Install the steering column tilt head assembly. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble-Off Vehicle (Telescoping) or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Assemble-Off Vehicle (Non-Telescoping).
5. Remove J 42640 from the steering column.
6. Install the upper and lower steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement-On Vehicle (Non-Telescoping) or Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement-On Vehicle (Telescoping).
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