Removing the steering column shaft assembly
Attention! The steering column tilt lever must be held in the locked position until the steering column is installed. If the steering column is removed with the tilt lever released, or if the tilt lever is released after removing the steering column shaft, the installation of the steering column shaft cannot be performed correctly. If the steering column is installed incorrectly, the energy absorbing mechanism may be damaged.
Make sure the steering column tilt lever is in the locked position, then remove the steering column mounting bolts.
Squeeze the steering column shaft retainer with pliers and pull out the shaft in the direction of the arrow to disengage the steering column shaft assembly.
Installation of a shaft of a steering column assy
Attention! When reusing the steering column, do not release the tilt lever until the steering column shaft has been reinstalled.