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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Impala 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 306205 Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
  3. Remove the steering column lower trim cover mounting screws (1) from the steering column lower trim cover (2).
  4. Remove the steering column lower trim cover from the steering column.

    5. Object Number: 324810 Size: SH
  5. Remove the upper trim cover retaining screw (1) from the upper trim cover (2).
  6. Remove the upper trim cover from the steering column.

Installation Procedure
  1. Position the upper steering column trim cover on the steering column.

    2. Object Number: 306214 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the steering column upper trim cover mounting screws (1) to the upper trim cover (2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the steering column upper trim cover mounting screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

  3. Position the lower trim cover to the upper trim cover.

    4. Object Number: 306205 Size: SH
  4. Install the steering column lower trim cover mounting screws (1) to the steering column lower trim cover (2).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the steering column lower trim cover mounting screws to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  5. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.