Steering Column Trim Covers
Steering Column Trim Covers ReplacementRemoval Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
3. Remove the knee bolster.
4. Remove the tilt lever.
5. Remove the retaining screws from the lower trim cover.
6. Disconnect the closeout shroud from the lower trim cover.
7. Remove the retaining screw (3) from the upper trim cover.
8. Disconnect the closeout shroud (2) from the upper trim cover (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Connect the closeout shroud (2) to the upper trim cover (1).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the upper trim cover and the retaining screw (3).
Tighten the screw to 1.5 Nm (13 inch lbs.).
3. Connect the closeout shroud to the lower trim cover.
4. Install the retaining screws to the lower trim cover.
Tighten the screw to 3.5 Nm (31 inch lbs.).
5. Install the tilt lever.
6. Install the knee bolster.
7. Install the steering wheel.
8. Enable the SIR system.