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. Separate the lower trim cover tabs from the slots in the steering column close out trim cover.
7. Remove the telescope actuator assembly switch wires routed in clips along the bottom of the lower trim cover.
8. From the inside of the lower trim cover, push out the telescope actuator assembly switch.
9. Disconnect the telescope actuator assembly switch connector from the instrument panel wiring harness.
10. Remove the telescope actuator assembly switch and wires from the trim cover.
11. Remove the lower trim cover.





12. Remove the two TORX(R) head screws (2) from the upper trim cover (1).
13. Separate the upper trim cover tabs from the slots in the steering column close out trim cover.
14. Remove the upper trim cover (1).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the upper trim cover to the steering column close out trim cover.
2. Check to ensure that the tabs on the upper trim cover are fully engaged with the slots in the steering column close out trim cover.
3. Secure the upper trim cover (1) with two Torch head screws (2).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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





4. Install the telescope actuator assembly switch and wires through the opening in the lower trim cover.
5. Snap the wiring to the retaining clips in the lower trim cover.
6. Route the telescope actuator assembly switch wires along the column and strap.
7. Connect the telescope actuator assembly switch connector to the instrument panel wiring harness.
8. Install the lower trim cover tabs into the steering column close out trim cover.
9. Check to ensure that the tabs on the lower trim cover are fully engaged with the slots in the steering column close out trim cover.





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

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

- Tighten the two TORX(R) head screws to 4.0 Nm (35 inch lbs.).





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