Steering Column Opening Cover - Removal

REMOVAL

Special Tools:






1. Open hood, disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

WARNING: Wait two minutes for the airbag system reserve capacitor to discharge before beginning any airbag system or component service. Failure to do so may result in accidental airbag deployment, and potentially serious or fatal injury.





2. Remove the knee blocker airbag (if equipped). Knee Blocker Air Bag - Removal
3. Remove the lower screws (1).





4. Remove the left instrument panel end cap. Instrument Panel End Cap - Removal
5. Remove the side screws (1).





6. Using trim stick or equivalent, release the three retaining clips (1) and remove the cover.