Steering Column Cover

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Remove the steering wheel inflator module from the steering wheel. Refer to Infl Rst Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
2. Remove the steering wheel from the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.
3. Remove the tilt lever from the steering column. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.
4. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
5. Remove the two TORX(R) head screws from the lower trim cover.





6. Perform the following steps to remove the lower trim cover:
6.1. Tilt the trim cover down.
6.2. Slide the lower trim cover back to disengage from the upper trim cover.





7. Remove the two TORX(R) head screws (2) from the upper trim cover (1).
8. Remove the upper trim cover (1).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the upper trim cover.
2. Secure the upper trim cover (1) with two TORX(R) head screws (2).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

- Tighten the screws to 1.4 Nm (12 inch lbs.).





3. Perform the following steps to install the lower trim cover:
3.1. Check that the slots on the lower trim cover engage with the tabs on the upper trim cover.
3.2. Tilt the lower trim cover up and snap the trim covers together.





4. Install the two TORX(R) head screws (1) to the lower trim cover (2).

- Tighten the screws to 4 Nm (35 inch lbs.).





5. Install the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
6. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.
7. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.
8. Install the steering wheel inflator module. Refer to Infl Rst Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
9. Perform SIR Diagnostic System Check. Refer to SIR Diagnostic System Check in Air Bags and Seat Belts.