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Steering Column Trim Covers

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.





2. Remove the 3 Torx(R) head screws from the lower column trim cover (3).
3. Remove the upper column trim cover (1) tilting up and unsnapping from the lower column trim cover hinges (3).
4. Remove the lower column trim cover (3) from the steering column (2).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the lower column trim cover (3) to the steering column (2).
2. Install the upper column trim cover (1) to the steering column (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the Torx(R) head screws to the lower steering column trim cover (3).
Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 inch lbs.).
4. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.