Tools Required

J 41352 Modular Column Holding Fixture

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

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:

•	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.

1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
3. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
4. Remove the trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle .
5. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
6. Inspect the steering column for accident damage. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection - Off Vehicle .
7. Install the steering column and J 41352 into a vise.
8. Remove all wire harness straps from the wire harness assembly.



9. Remove the retaining ring.



10. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil downlead from the wire restraint clip (3).
11. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (1).
12. Remove the wave washer (2).