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For 1990-2009 cars only

Disassembly Procedure

Tools Required

J 21854-01 Pivot Pin Remover

  1. Remove the tilt spring assembly. Refer to Tilt Spring - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .

  2. Object Number: 343869  Size: SH
  3. Remove 2 pivot pins (1) using J 21854-01 .
  4. If the pivot pins have been staked 3 times discard them.

  5. Object Number: 344138  Size: SH
  6. Reinstall the tilt lever (2).
  7. Pull back on the tilt lever (2) and pull steering column housing assembly (1) down and away from column.
  8. Remove the tilt lever.