Tool Required
J 39246 Tilt Spring Remover/Installer
- Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Remove the lock housing assembly. Refer to Lock Housing Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
- Seat the counterbore of J 39246 over the steering shaft assembly (1).
- Thread and seat the standard hexagon nut of the tool onto the steering shaft assembly (2).
- Thread the hexagon nut of the tool until it contacts the block of J 39246 .
- Insert the square end (2) of J 39246 into the spring retainer (1) and seat.
- Rotate the tool bolt clockwise with the wrench until it contacts the surface of the tool block.
- Make a ¼ turn counter clockwise to the hexagon section on the end of the tool bolt.
- Unscrew the tool bolt until the wheel tilt spring and the spring retainer (1) are free.
- Remove the spring retainer (2) from the steering column housing assembly.
- Remove the wheel tilt spring (1) from the steering column housing assembly.
- Remove the spring guide (3) from the steering column housing assembly.
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• Air bag deployment • Personal injury • Unnecessary SIR system repairs • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
Caution: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide.
