Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble

- Tools Required
- J 41352 Modular Column Holding Fixture

Important: Align the block tooth on the steering column shaft assembly to the 12 o'clock position.





1. Put the steering column and J 41352 into a vise.
2. Remove the tilt lever from the lower trim cover.
3. Inspect the steering column for accident damage.





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