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Column Shift





COLUMN SHIFT

WARNING: Before servicing the steering column the airbag system must be disarmed. Refer to electrical restraint system for service procedures. Failure to do so may result in accidental deployment of the airbag and possible personal injury.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.




2. Remove the steering column opening cover Steering Column Opening Cover - Removal.





3. Remove the gearshift lever Lever, Gearshift - Removal.





4. Remove the instrument cluster bezel Instrument Cluster Bezel - Removal.





5. Remove the instrument cluster Instrument Cluster - Removal.





6. Remove the three roll top shroud mounting screws and position aside (1).





7. Remove the two upper mounting bolts (1) from the steering column (2) and partially lower the column.





8. Remove the four screws that secure the WIN (1) and remove the WIN from the rear of the instrument panel.
9. Bring the WIN through the opening above the steering column and disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the WIN.