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Steering Column Cover: Service and Repair




Steering Column Cover Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

- Take care not to scratch the dashboard or the panels.

- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

- Do not pry the column cover surface with any tools.

1. Remove the instrument fascia. Instrument Fascia Removal/Installation

2. Tilt the steering wheel the way up, and move it all the way in.

3. Turn the steering wheel to access the mounting screws, then remove the screws from front side of the column cover (A).






4. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the holes (A) in the lower column cover (B). Gently push to release the hooks (C), and pull up the upper column cover (D) to remove it.






5. Remove the three screws (A, B), then remove the lower column cover (C).

6. Install the upper and lower column cover in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched before tightening the screws.