Part 1
SERVICE PROCEDURE:CAUTION:
Refer to the ESM for precautions when working around the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
Remove Telescope and Tilt Motors
1. Set the ignition to the ACC position.
2. Remove screws from the front of the steering column cover as follows:
EX
a. Turn the steering wheel 90° to the right of center.
b. Remove trim cover shown in Figure 1.
^ Pull it straight back, toward the driver seat.
^ If needed, use a plastic trim tool.
c. Remove the screw shown in Figure 2.
d. Turn the steering wheel 90° to the left of center.
e. Remove the left side trim cover; just like the one shown in Figure 1.
f. Remove the left side screw; just like the one shown in Figure 2.
FX
a. Turn the steering wheel 90° to the right of center.
b. Remove the trim cover thats covering the screw shown in Figure 3.
^ Pull the trim cover straight back, toward the driver seat.
^ If needed, use a plastic trim tool.
c. Remove the screw shown in Figure 3.
d. Turn the steering wheel 90° to the left of center.
e. Remove the left side trim cover and screw just like the one shown in Figure 3.
f. Carefully remove the side steering column covers see Figure 4.
NOTE:
The tilt & telescope switch can remain attached to the side cover.
g. Turn the steering 180° from center and remove the 2 screws shown in Figure 4A.
3. Set the ignition to the OFF position.
WARNING:
Make sure the ignition stays in the OFF position until step 40 of the Service Procedure.
4. Telescope the steering wheel to the full out position (towards the driver) and tilt to the lowest position.
NOTE:
^ If one or both functions (tilt or telescope) are inoperative, try pushing or pulling the steering wheel while operating the tilt & telescope switch.
^ If you are unable to adjust the steering wheel position, continue with the procedure. Instructions for steering wheel adjustment will be given later.
5. Remove instrument side finisher LH (EX only).
^ Use plastic trim tool as shown.
6. Remove instrument lower panel LH as follows:
a. Remove 2 screws securing the hood release (EX and FX).
b. Remove 2 plastic clips at the center lower edge (FX only).
c. Carefully pull the panel away from the dash to disengage the clips.
d. Disconnect (snap loose) the vinyl boot where it connects to the Instrument lower panel.
e. Disconnect the climate control cabin temperature tube and electrical connector (see Figure 8).
f. Disconnect electrical connectors for the items on the left side of the panel (see Figure 8).
g. Panel can hang to the floor.
^ No other connectors or wire harness tie clips need to be disconnected.
h. Place a cloth over the left corner of the panel to prevent scratching.
7. Remove metal knee panel.
a. Remove 4 bolts.
b. Let knee panel hang and lay on top of instrument lower panel.