Steering Column Trim Covers

Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement

Tools Required
^ J41352 Steering Column Holding Fixture

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system.

Important: Put the steering column in the CENTER position.

2. Remove the tilt lever.
3. Remove the steering wheel from the steering column.
4. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.





5. Put the steering column and J41352 into a vise.
6. Inspect the steering column for accident damage.





7. Remove the lower trim cover from the upper trim cover.
8. Tilt the lower trim cover down.
9. Slide the lower trim cover backward in order to disengage the locking tabs.





10. Remove the trim cover protector (1) from the lower trim cover (2).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the trim cover protector (1) onto the lower trim cover (2).





2. Install the lower trim cover onto the upper trim cover.
3. Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper trim cover.
4. Tilt the lower trim cover up.
5. Slide the lower trim cover forward until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.





6. Remove the steering column and J41352 from the vise.
7. Install the steering column into the vehicle.
8. Install the steering wheel onto the steering column.
9. Install the tilt lever.
10. Enable the SIR system.