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Steering Column Filler

STEERING COLUMN FILLER REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the left instrument panel (IP) insulator.
2. Remove the bolts from the bottom of the steering column filler.
3. Pull the steering column filler rearward and upward, releasing the retaining clips from the IP.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the drive information center (DIC), if equipped.
5. Remove the steering column filler.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Connect the electrical connector to the driver information center (DIC), if equipped.
2. Align the retaining clips and the locating pins on the steering column filler to the slots in the IP.
3. Press the steering column filler in order to lock in the retainers.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the bolts to the bottom of the steering column filler.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

5. Install the left instrument panel insulator.